Vickerstock are working in partnership with a supplier of materials for the construction industry on the appointment of a Health & Safety Manager.
As a Health & Safety Manager, you will play a critical role in promoting a safe working environment, conducting risk assessments, and implementing health and safety policies.
What’s in it for you?
- Starting salary up to £60k – dependant on experience
- 31 days holiday allowance
- Holiday buy/sell scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Employee wellbeing plan
- Early finish on Fridays
- Company pension contributions
- Funded career development opportunities
In your new role:
- Manage the Health & Safety budget and maintain the site's safety systems
- Oversee and improve the Health & Safety program, ensuring legal compliance
- Regularly update risk assessments and safe work systems to align with site operations
- Conduct specialised risk assessments (e.g. Manual Handling, COSHH) to meet standards and legal requirements
- Support site teams with statutory inspections and ensure machinery safety
- Manage emergency procedures and fire safety in line with policies and risk assessments
- Report RIDDOR incidents to HSE and manage related correspondence
- Investigate accidents/incidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company accreditations
- Support business units by promoting Health & Safety best practices
- Organise and lead H&S meetings and present monthly performance reports to senior management
- Collaborate with Business Partners and HR to implement Health & Safety strategies, training, and compliance
- Manage the Health & Safety compliance schedule, internal audits, and inspections.
- Perform various administrative tasks related to Health & Safety
What you will need to succeed:
- At least 3 years’ experience in a Health and Safety role
- Relevant Health and Safety qualifications (NEBOSH)
- Experience in implementing and managing hazard identification and risk management processes
- Thorough knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
- Experience in conducting Health and Safety investigations
- Experience in managing and implementing Health and Safety management systems
- Demonstrable experience in building relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):
- Experience in the manufacturing industry preferred
- NEBOSH Fire Safety certification
- ISO Lead Auditor Training
For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.