Health & Safety Manager

NJR Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Wholesaler in Manchester is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead the development and implementation of health and safety practices across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Diploma and proven experience in managing Health & Safety in a retail or distribution environment. This role offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 plus a car allowance. The candidate should possess excellent communication skills and be willing to travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing Health & Safety in a multi-site retail or wholesale environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience in delivering training and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor H&S policies and procedures across all branches.
• Ensure compliance with relevant H&S legislation.
• Conduct interviews and lead incident investigations.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Health & Safety Manager – Manchester with a UK remit

£50,000 - £55,000 plus car allowance

Multi-site experience required (wholesale, distribution or similar)

NJR Recruitment are currently working with a well-established Wholesaler, who are now seeking an experienced Health & Safety professional to join their team in Manchester - with travel to other UK sites as necessary.

Role Purpose

The Health & Safety (H&S) Manager will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and monitoring of robust health, safety, and environmental practices across the business. This role will ensure full compliance with current legislation while fostering a strong culture of safety, wellbeing, and accountability at every level. Working in close partnership with branch managers and the senior leadership team, the H&S Manager will provide expert guidance, drive continuous improvement, and act as a visible champion of safe and sustainable working practices across all seven branches and the head office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and monitor the company's H&S policies, procedures, and systems across all branches and the head office.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant H&S legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to management and colleagues on all matters relating to health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Lead incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective/preventive measures are taken.
• Deliver H&S training and toolbox talks to employees, including induction and refresher programmes.
• Promote a strong safety culture, encouraging accountability and proactive risk management at all levels of the business.
• Act as the main contact for external bodies such as the HSE, insurers, and auditors.

Experience Required

Essential:

• Proven experience in managing H&S in a multi-site retail, wholesale, or distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and best practices.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage staff at all levels.
• Experience in delivering training and presentations.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to branches.

Desirable:

• First Aid at Work or Mental Health First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and reporting.

Qualifications and Experience Levels

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in Health & Safety.

Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16050