Health And Safety Manager jobs in United Kingdom

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Based near Lisburn, our client is a successful manufacturing business who are currently on the market for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join the team.

The successful Health & Safety Manager will manage the health and safety function within the plant, working with all business units ensuring that health and safety is a key priority in all areas.

Responsibilities:

· Ensure line managers and other relevant personnel are trained in respect of legislative requirements.

· Ensure employees can perform their duties in a safe environment, taking direct action to prevent potential accidents or incidents.

· Analyse statistics to identify underlying trends and patterns.

· Carry out regular safety audits and risk assessments in all areas and on all machinery and equipment

· By continuous improvement aim for an accident-free safe working environment.

· Keep up to date with developments and ensure company compliance.

Criteria :

· Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety. (Nebosh or NVQ) with previous experience working in a manufacturing environment

· A working knowledge of Health and Safety management improvement systems & techniques.

· Experience of producing risk assessments and carrying out H&S audits

· Previous experience liaising with regulators i.e. HSENI

Salary is up to £50k depending upon experience. Benefits include pension, excellent holidays and an early Friday finish.