Health & Safety Manager

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager. This full-time, on-site role involves developing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and delivering training. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH certification and experience in the FMCG sector. Competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Health and Safety role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• In-depth knowledge of food industry compliance requirements.
• Hands-on ability to embed safety culture across site operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain site-specific health and safety policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver health and safety training to staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of UK health and safety legislation

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Manager to join our dynamic team at a leading food manufacturing facility based in Northamptonshire. This is a full-time, on-site role offering an excellent opportunity to play a key part in shaping and implementing our health and safety strategy across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific health and safety policies, procedures, and systems in line with legal requirements and industry standards.
• Lead all site Health & Safety activities, ensuring regulatory compliance (HSE, food safety regulations, etc.).
• Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and safety inspections; identify and implement corrective actions as required.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of preventative measures.
• Deliver health and safety training to staff across all levels of the business.
• Maintain and update safety records, documentation, and reporting systems.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external regulators and auditors.
• Champion a positive safety culture, driving engagement and behavioural safety initiatives.
• Monitor and report on key health and safety metrics, presenting findings to senior management.

About You

• NEBOSH National General Certificate (essential); NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (desirable).
• Proven experience in a similar Health and Safety role within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and food industry compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
• Hands‑on, proactive approach with the ability to drive change and embed safety culture across site operations.
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum (depending on experience). Opportunity to lead health and safety for a reputable and growing food manufacturing site. Supportive team environment and strong leadership commitment to health and safety.