Health & Safety Manager Lancashire Permanent �50,000-60,000 Health & Safety Manager vacancy reporting into the Head of Ops, working closely with the Managing Director for a 500 employee Lancashire based distribution business. The company is known for its commitment to excellence, operational efficiency, and innovation, particularly through its investment in digital platforms and modern distribution technologies. The company has earned industry recognition through awards and sponsorships, and it fosters a strong internal culture focused on safety, leadership, and continuous improvement. Its reputation is built on close relationships with high-quality producers and a dedication to delivering exceptional service. The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for: * Driving the health & safety strategy across the business, promoting a proactive safety culture, and leading continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership and employee forums. * Managing audits, accident reduction plans, hazard reporting, and health & safety KPIs; identify and implementing process improvements with safety and efficiency in mind. * Coaching and developing direct reports, engage stakeholders across all shifts and depots, support recruitment and employee engagement, and foster collaborative relationships internally and externally. * Leading the creation and auditing of SOPs and SSoWs, and design and deliver comprehensive H&S training programs covering mandatory, behavioural, and skills-based learning. The Health & Safety Manager will have: * NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent), IOSH membership desirable, familiarity with ISO 14001 and 45001 standards, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. * Proven leadership in Health and Safety, strong initiative and resilience, effective management and communication skills, and experience in operational best practices. * Strong organisational skills, be positive and influential, a collaborative team player with strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities. * Demonstrating customer care, a proactive attitude, fresh thinking, personal responsibility, dignity and respect, effective communication, and teamwork. Vacancy Reference: PR/028666 Vacancy Owner: Mike Roebuck | mike.roebuck@shirleyparsons.com | (44) 1296 611328 | (44) 7967 308455