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Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Health & Safety Manager to help us build and embed a proactive safety culture—one that protects people, improves systems, and empowers everyone to work with confidence and care.

Main duties:

* Policy & Compliance: Create, update, and communicate H&S policies to align with UK law and best practices.

* Risk Management: Lead audits and risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, and manage compliance reporting.

* Emergency Preparedness: Design and deliver emergency response plans, fire drills, and continuity exercises.

* Safety Culture Champion: Run training sessions, toolbox talks, and campaigns that make safety part of our DNA.

* Incident Response & Reporting: Investigate accidents and near-misses, analyse trends, and implement preventative strategies.

* Strategic Influence: Manage the health and safety budget and training resources; collaborate with external bodies like the HSE and local authorities.

You will need:

* A degree (or equivalent) in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field

* NEBOSH Diploma or similar professional certifications (e.g., IOSH)

* At least 5 years’ UK-based H&S leadership experience, ideally in food, pharma, or chemical manufacturing

* Deep understanding of Lean, 5S, or Six Sigma methodologies

* Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills

* Confidence in Microsoft Office and strong written/verbal English

* The ability to lead others through change—turning resistance into engagement and compliance into ownership

Benefits: What will you get out of it:

* Company bonus scheme

* 25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays

* Life Assurance x 2 salary cover

* Bupa Private Medical Insurance

* Bupa Wellness Cash Plan

* Benefits platform

* Free on-site parking

* Excellent pension scheme

If you are a proactive leader who wants to make a real difference then..... Apply now