Interim Health & Safety Manager

MMP Consultancy; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Essex is seeking an experienced Interim Health & Safety Manager. This role is critical for ensuring compliance with health & safety legislation and promoting a safety culture. The candidate must have proven experience in a senior health & safety role and hold a NEBOSH or equivalent qualification. Offering a day rate of £450 – £500 (Inside IR35), this position plays an essential role in managing safety across the business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior health & safety management role.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks and best practices.
• Ability to provide practical, solutions-focused advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert health & safety advice across the organisation.
• Manage health & safety risks and document compliance.
• Promote a positive health & safety culture.
• Ensure all legal obligations are fulfilled for staff and visitors.

Skills

Expert advice on health & safety compliance

Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation

Excellent communication skills

Risk identification and solutions

Education

NEBOSH or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Title: Interim Health & Safety Manager
Location: Essex
Day Rate: 450 – 500 (Inside IR35)
Our client, a well–established organisation based in Essex, is seeking an experienced Interim Health & Safety Manager to lead on all health and safety matters across the business. This role will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with legislation, promoting best practice, and embedding a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Provide expert advice and proactive solutions to ensure health & safety compliance across the organisation.
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  Develop, maintain, and manage arrangements for identifying, documenting, and controlling health & safety risks.
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  Act as the appointed responsible person for health & safety purposes.
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  Promote and support a positive health & safety culture throughout the organisation.
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  Ensure statutory, legal, and regulatory health & safety responsibilities are met for staff, contractors, customers, and visitors.
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  Identify and monitor potential emergency risks, recommending or implementing mitigation actions.
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  Oversee operational delivery to ensure full compliance with health & safety policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
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  Stay up to date with evolving legislation, regulations, and codes of practice, ensuring managers and employees are informed of any changes.
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  Engage and manage external health & safety consultants where necessary.

Candidate Profile:

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  Proven experience in a senior health & safety management role within a complex organisation.
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  Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, compliance frameworks, and best practice.
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  Excellent communication and influencing skills to promote a positive safety culture.
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  Ability to identify risks and provide practical, solutions–focused advice.
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  NEBOSH or equivalent qualification required.