Vickerstock are working in partnership with a manufacturing firm on the appointment of a Health & Safety Manager.

As the Health & Safety Manager, you will ensure the highest standards of Health and Safety across the business whilst leading the development and implementation of effective H&S policies and procedures.

In your new role:

• Encourage and support H&S compliance, continuously improving site safety performance
• Document and assess the site's risk profile, creating and executing plans to mitigate risks
• Develop and review practical H&S policies and procedures
• Stay updated with relevant H&S legislation
• Promote Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality (SHEQ) awareness across all teams
• Integrate H&S measures into equipment upgrades and installations.
• Ensure activities have current risk assessments and suitable training as needed
• Assess workplace hazards, identifying preventative measures with management
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Lead safety audits, analyse findings, and suggest improvements
• Work closely with regulatory auditors and inspectors
• Ensure all incidents and near-misses are reported, investigated, and addressed promptly

What you will need to succeed:

• 5+ years' experience in a similar Health and Safety role
• BSc (Hons) in Occupational H&S, NEBOSH Diploma, or equivalent.
• Experience with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001
• Experience with investigations, audits, inspections, compiling reports and making recommendations as appropriate
• Good communication skills, including written, oral and presentation skills
• Excellent IT and numeracy skills (MS Office)
• Full clean driving license

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):

• Experience within heavy industry (manufacturing/engineering/construction)
• Internal auditor certification
• Environmental certification

For a more detailed brief and 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.