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Health & Safety Manager

Location: Cardiff Head Office (Hybrid working)
Salary: £40,000 + Car Allowance
Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and enhance our organisation’s safety culture. Based at our Cardiff Head Office with flexibility for remote work and site visits, you will be responsible for developing and implementing robust health and safety policies, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, and fostering a safe, supportive environment for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

1. Compliance & Legislation

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Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and HSE best practice

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Monitor regulatory changes and proactively implement necessary updates to policies and practices.

2. Policy Development & Implementation

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Create, roll out, and maintain effective health and safety policies across the organisation.

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Communicate policies clearly and ensure alignment across all departments and sites.

3. Risk Management & Investigation

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Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and workplace inspections.

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Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; ensure reporting, corrective actions, and learning outcomes are in place.

4. Training & Culture Building

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Design and deliver engaging training sessions and safety briefings for staff at all levels.

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Promote a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the company.

5. Emergency Preparedness

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Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including fire safety and first aid.

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Organise and lead regular drills and ensure readiness across the organisation.

6. Reporting & Continuous Improvement

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Maintain accurate health and safety records, including audits, incident logs, and legal documentation.

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Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership.

What We’re Looking For

Key Skills & Competencies

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In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation

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NEBOSH qualification (essential)

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Strong communication, training, and stakeholder engagement skills

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Experience conducting audits and risk assessments

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Ability to lead change, influence behaviours, and implement improvements

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Familiarity with CDM Regulations and safety management software

Experience & Qualifications
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NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma

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IOSH Membership

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Demonstrable experience in a health and safety management role

Desirable:

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Background in construction, retail, logistics, or manufacturing environments

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Certifications in First Aid, Fire Safety, or Environmental Management

Working Environment

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Hybrid role: mix of office, home working, and on-site visits

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Some travel required for training, audits, and meetings

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Occasional work in high-risk environments (with appropriate PPE provided)

Ready to Join Us? If you’re a dedicated Health & Safety professional ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you