Health and Safety Manager (Logistics / Warehousing)
£45,000 - £55,000 + Training + Progression + Monday - Friday + Company Benefits
Colchester
Are you a Health and Safety Manager from a Logistics / Warehousing or similar background looking for an autonomous leadership role, establishing a new team within a well‑established, multi‑faceted group of companies who pride themselves on looking after and developing staff offering a range of progression opportunities across the group?
This leading group of companies have a broad presence across numerous sectors including Industrial, Logistics and Shipping with over 150 years of experience and operations across multiple continents. This role falls within the Logistics subsidiary of the wider group, and has arisen due to an ever increasing workload meaning creation of a new department in the South East.
In this dynamic role you will be responsible for setting up a new H&S team covering numerous sites in and around Colchester. You will be the go‑to person for implementing processes and procedures, hiring new staff and training both internal and external staff. In addition to the leadership responsibilities, you will undertake some hands‑on work—especially in early stages of the role—such as inspections, audits and compliance.
This role would suit a Health and Safety Manager or similar from a Logistics / Warehousing background looking for a technical leadership role within a well‑established group of companies offering the chance to grow a team around you and further develop your career.
The Role:
* Creating H&S team covering sites across Essex and Suffolk
* Implement new processes and procedures
* Monitor the safety of the workforce and lead training
* Carry out hands‑on work including inspecting, auditing and compliance
* Monday - Friday 07:30-16:30
The Person:
* Health and Safety Manager or similar
* Logistics / Warehousing or similar background
* Commutable to Colchester
Desired Skills and Experience:
* IOSH, NEBOSH qualifications
* Experience in Logistics, Warehousing or similar sectors
* Knowledge of HSEQ, safety regulations, and compliance
* Strong leadership and team development skills
* Ability to conduct inspections, audits, and ensure regulations are met
* Excellent communication and training skills
Reference:
Reference number: BBBH24817
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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