Health & Safety Manager

Hilman & Co.; Stroud; On-site; GBP 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in Stroud seeks a part-time Health and Safety Manager for a 6-month contract. This hands-on leadership role involves developing safety policies, ensuring compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a NEBOSH Diploma and proven experience in a dynamic environment, coupled with strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Health and Safety leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of compliance standards.
• Practical, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor health and safety practices across operations.
• Lead training initiatives to promote a safety culture.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.

Skills

Knowledge of UK health and safety legislation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Health and Safety Manager

Stroud, Gloucestershire

Part-Time - 3 Days per week

6 Month Fixed Term Contract

£45,000 Pro Rata

An established and forward-thinking organisation is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to take ownership of their safety function and lead the development of a strong, proactive safety culture across the business.

The Role

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for implementing, monitoring, and improving health and safety practices across all operational areas. Reporting into senior leadership, you'll play a vital part in ensuring legal compliance, fostering a safe working environment, and engaging all stakeholders in a shared safety vision.

• Develop and implement effective health and safety policies in line with current legislation
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits to assess risks and ensure compliance
• Lead training and awareness initiatives to promote a strong safety culture
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Maintain comprehensive safety records and provide regular reports to leadership
• Engage with employees, subcontractors, and suppliers to align safety standards
• Identify hazards and drive continuous improvement across operations
  
  

The Candidate

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) - essential
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance standards
• Proven experience in a Health and Safety leadership role, ideally in a dynamic or complex environment
• A confident communicator who can influence and lead teams at all levels
• Hands-on and practical, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change where needed