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Health And Safety Lead – Manufacturing - Lancaster

We are seeking a proactive Health & Safety professional to support the delivery of a robust safety strategy across a complex manufacturing environment. This role will support the Head of EHS and collaborate with teams across the business to ensure legal compliance, promote a positive safety culture, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

* Ensure compliance with all relevant UK H&S legislation and ISO standards (ISO 45001, 14001).

* Support and implement group-wide health and safety initiatives and strategy.

* Lead specific safety programs and act as the subject matter expert for selected risk areas.

* Liaise with external regulators and agencies (HSE, insurers, emergency services).

* Assist with investigations, audits, inspections, and implementation of corrective actions.

* Monitor and analyse safety performance data to support continuous improvement.

* Provide guidance on occupational health, risk assessment, and safe systems of work.

Requirements:

* NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent NVQ.

* Certified member of a recognised H&S body (e.g., IOSH).

* Proven experience in a lead health and safety role, ideally in manufacturing.

* Strong working knowledge of UK H&S law and standards.

* Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.

* Experience with systems such as PUWER, LOLER, LOTO, DSEAR is advantageous.

What’s on Offer:

* Competitive salary with benefits.

* Matched pension contributions up to 6%.

* 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.

* Health cash plan & 24/7 employee assistance programme.

* Learning and development support in a forward-thinking organisation