Health & Safety Manager — Behavioural Safety Leader

LER (SG) Ltd; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Gravesend is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to drive safety initiatives and lead a dedicated H&S team. This role focuses on behavioural safety and compliance within a fast-paced production environment. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate and significant experience in food manufacturing, ensuring a proactive safety culture across the site. Competitive salary of circa £70,000 with excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or a fast-paced production environment.
• Proven background in behavioural safety programmes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver health & safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with UK health & safety legislation.
• Lead and mentor a small H&S team.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits.

Skills

Behavioural safety

Leadership

Risk management

Employee engagement

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company in Gravesend is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to drive safety initiatives and lead a dedicated H&S team. This role focuses on behavioural safety and compliance within a fast-paced production environment. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate and significant experience in food manufacturing, ensuring a proactive safety culture across the site. Competitive salary of circa £70,000 with excellent career development opportunities.