Health & Safety Manager

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Corporate Health & Safety Manager in Chatham. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and fostering a culture of safety within the organization. The ideal candidate will develop and implement H&S policies, conduct audits, and deliver training. They should hold a NEBOSH Diploma and have at least 3 years of relevant experience, along with strong communication and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in occupational H&S roles.
• Strong knowledge of H&S legislation and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corporate H&S policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits.
• Deliver bespoke H&S training for employees.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Data analysis

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corporate Health & Safety Manager – Chatham, Permanent, Competitive rate.

Our Client is seeking an experienced Corporate Health & Safety Manager to act as the Council's competent person and lead expert for occupational health and safety. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with H&S legislation, promoting a culture of safety, and driving continuous improvement across all services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corporate H&S policies and strategies in line with legislation and best practice.
• Act as the Council's representative with enforcing authorities and provide expert advice to senior management.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and investigations, recommending preventative measures.
• Deliver bespoke H&S training for employees and managers, fostering a culture of shared responsibility.
• Analyse accident and incident data to identify trends and inform decision‑making.
• Promote wellbeing initiatives and support occupational health matters, including stress management and safe working practices.

Requirements

• NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in occupational H&S roles.
• Strong knowledge of H&S legislation, risk assessment methodologies, and best practice.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver training and investigate workplace incidents.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and data analysis skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to travel for work purposes (full driving licence required).

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to lead health and safety initiatives and make a real impact on workplace wellbeing and compliance.