Health & Safety Manager

Stafforce Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing family-oriented business in Cleckheaton is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead and manage health, safety, and compliance standards. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who can ensure adherence to UK legislation and deliver training. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary of up to £38,000, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for personal development. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Discretionary annual business performance bonus

Group Life Assurance – 2x annual salary

Company salary sacrifice pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme & Virtual GP Service

Cycle to Work scheme

EV Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Free on-site parking

2 paid volunteer days per year

Regular team social events

Supportive working environment encouraging personal development

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing Health & Safety policies and compliance.
• Ability to carry out risk assessments, audits, and inspections.
• Skills in incident investigation and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Health & Safety policies, procedures, and compliance activities.
• Ensure adherence to UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Deliver Health & Safety training and promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Proven experience in a Health & Safety role

Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation

Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels

Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach

Education

Relevant Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent)

Job description

Health & Safety Manager

Location: Cleckheaton, BD19

Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Working Hours: 8:00-4:00 or 9:00-5:00 (flexible option)

Contract: Permanent (38.75 hours per week)

About the Role

We are recruiting a Health & Safety Manager on behalf of our client, a small but growing business with a genuine family feel, based in Cleckheaton (BD19). This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety professional to play a key role in supporting and developing health, safety, and compliance standards across a dynamic organisation. The role is primarily Monday to Friday; however, you will occasionally need to engage with weekend and night teams as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Health & Safety policies, procedures, and compliance activities
• Ensure adherence to all relevant UK Health & Safety legislation
• Carry out risk assessments, audits, and inspections
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Deliver Health & Safety training and promote a strong safety culture
• Work closely with management and operational teams to continuously improve standards

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety role
• Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
• Relevant Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent)
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach

Benefits Package

• Salary up to £38,000 (DOE)
• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Discretionary annual business performance bonus
• Group Life Assurance – 2x annual salary
• Company salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme & Virtual GP Service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• EV Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• 2 paid volunteer days per year, supporting local charities
• Regular team social events
• A supportive working environment that actively encourages personal development and career growth

Company

Stafforce Recruitment (part of the Nicholas Associates Group)

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and are happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies.

Please apply online. Reference R02.