Health & Safety Manager

Butler Rose Ltd; Penrith; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Penrith is seeking a skilled Health and Safety Manager to manage safety strategies and foster a culture of compliance. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Diploma and substantial experience in health and safety roles. Responsibilities include leading safety initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting risk assessments, and developing safety training programs. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 to £60,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a health and safety leadership role, preferably in logistics or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, fire prevention, and environmental legislation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a positive health and safety culture in the business.
• Review and update health and safety policies and procedures regularly.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and ensure safe working systems.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety Management

Compliance & Legislation

Risk Assessment

Training & Development

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Health and Safety Manager

Location: Penrith, Cumbria
Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 + Benefits
Full-Time
Advertised Exclusively by Butler Rose Recruitment - Lancashire & Cumbria

Are you an experienced Health and Safety professional seeking an exciting new opportunity?
A leading company in the logistics sector is looking for a Health and Safety Manager to join their team at their Penrith site. This senior‑level role demands an experienced, hands‑on professional who can manage all aspects of health and safety while fostering a culture of excellence and compliance within the organisation.

The Company:
Our client is a well‑established, family‑owned business that prides itself on its commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability. With a long‑standing reputation in the industry, they are now seeking a highly skilled Health and Safety Manager to oversee the health and safety strategy at their Penrith site. The company offers a supportive and progressive work environment, encouraging personal development, career progression, and work‑life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Safety Culture: Lead and promote a positive health and safety culture across the business, striving to be the industry leader in safety standards.
• Health & Safety Management: Review, update, and communicate health and safety policies and procedures regularly to ensure compliance with all regulations, including fire safety and environmental legislation.
• Compliance & Legislation: Ensure the business complies with all health, safety, fire prevention, and environmental legislation, staying current with changes to laws and regulations.
• Incident Management: Maintain and review accident statistics, investigate incidents and near‑misses, and implement changes or additional training to prevent recurrence.
• Risk Assessments & Safety Systems: Conduct regular risk assessments, ensure the development of safe working systems, and communicate safety procedures to staff.
• Training & Development: Develop and deliver health and safety inductions, toolbox talks, and internal training programmes, alongside liaising with external providers to ensure comprehensive safety education.
• Fire Safety & Emergency Protocols: Ensure fire safety regulations are met and staff are properly trained in emergency procedures.
• Environmental & Industry Standards: Work towards achieving relevant environmental certifications and safety standards, including maintaining compliance with FSC standards.
• First Aid & PPE: Oversee first aid provisions, including training staff and ensuring adequate stock of first aid equipment and PPE.
• Auditing & Reporting: Conduct health and safety audits and site inspections, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations, and reporting findings to senior management and external bodies (e.g., RIDDOR).
• Drug & Alcohol Testing: Carry out random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.
• Customer and Site Compliance: Ensure adherence to both company and customer site‑specific safety rules and regulations.

Key Requirements

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a health and safety leadership role, preferably within the manufacturing, logistics or industrial sectors.
• Fire safety certification and understanding of COSHH and MSDS regulations.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, fire prevention, and environmental legislation, with the ability to apply this knowledge practically in the workplace.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills to engage and educate employees at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills with a focus on maintaining accurate records and meeting deadlines.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel between sites when required.

To find out more, please reach apply or reach out to Butler Rose Lancaster.
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.