Health & Safety Manager

Naylor's Equestrian Llp; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Naylor's Equestrian Llp is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to develop, implement and monitor policies across the organisation and projects, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and promoting a safe working environment.

The role drives best practice in a fast-paced setting, supports ISO 45001, CDM and PUWER compliance, and delivers H&S training. Office and site-based work with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma is required.
• DGA (Dangerous Goods Qualifications) is required.
• CertIOSH status or working towards is desirable.
• CMSE qualification is desirable.
• Experience within an ISO 45001 framework is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders, providing daily guidance on H&S matters.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation’s H&S management system.
• Maintain ISO 45001 accreditation and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations.
• Monitor and review H&S policies to promote continuous improvement.
• Provide professional advice on H&S matters to management and staff.
• Analyse incident trends and support risk reduction initiatives.
• Develop, deliver, and monitor H&S training programmes.
• Promote a positive safety culture and engage employees in safety initiatives.
• Ensure contractors are competent and aware of responsibilities.
• Maintain H&S documentation, records, and reports.
• Manage contractor safety including pre-qualification and performance monitoring.
• Support CDM requirements where applicable.
• Lead H&S projects from concept to implementation and review.
• Provide guidance on dangerous goods management and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Safety leadership

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

DGA (Dangerous Goods Qualifications)

CertIOSH status or working towards

CMSE (Certified Machinery Safety Expert)

Tools

CMSE

Job description

Health and Safety – Manager

Role Overview:

To develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and promoting a safe working environment across the organisation and ongoing project. The role will drive best practice and continuous improvement within a rapidly expanding, fast-paced environment.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders, providing daily support, guidance, and practical advice on health and safety matters.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation’s Health & Safety (H&S) management system.
• Maintain ISO 45001 accreditation and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated regulations.
• Monitor and review H&S policies, procedures, and systems to promote continuous improvement.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to management and employees on all H&S matters.
• Analyse incident trends and support improvement initiatives to reduce risk.
• Develop, deliver, and monitor H&S training programmes.
• Promote a positive safety culture and encourage employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Ensure employees and contractors are competent and fully aware of their responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date H&S documentation, records, and reports.
• Manage contractor safety, including pre-qualification, onboarding, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with PUWER and demonstrate competence in machinery and automation safety.
• Support and manage CDM (Construction Design and Management) requirements where applicable.
• Management H&S projects from concept through to implementation through to review
• Provide guidance on dangerous goods management and compliance.
• Undertake any additional duties as reasonably requested by the Head of Health & Safety Manager.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and best practice
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lead and promote a positive safety culture
• Strong organisational and report-writing skills
• Attention to detail and proactive approach

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma (required)
• CertIOSH status or working towards (desirable)
• Dangerous goods qualifications (DGA) (required)
• Certified Machinery Safety Expert CMSE (desirable)

Experience

• Proven experience working within an ISO 45001 framework
• Experience in audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Demonstrable experience in CDM management
• Knowledge of automation safety, PUWER regulations, and dangerous goods management
• Conducting PUWER assessments

Working Conditions

• Office and site-based role
• Monday – Friday – 40 Hours a week

• Flexibility to undertake occasional late shifts to support night operations, including audits and inspections
• Available for on-call support