Job Title: Health & Safety Manager
Location: UK-based, Remote working, 3-4 days per week (with travel to sites across the UK and possibly internationally)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (FTE)
We're seeking an experienced and forward-thinking professional to lead the Group’s Health & Safety function across all UK-based entities. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for shaping and delivering a cohesive H&S strategy that goes beyond compliance — promoting a strong, proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
You’ll work closely with senior leadership and local teams to provide expert guidance, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement. With a focus on employee wellbeing and operational resilience, you’ll have the scope and support to make a lasting impact across a dynamic and varied business landscape.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the Group-wide Health & Safety strategy in line with current UK legislation (e.g. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM Regulations) and ISO standards (e.g. ISO 45001).
* Ensure H&S systems, policies, and procedures are current, consistent, and effectively implemented across all business units.
* Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to entity-level teams and senior management on legal obligations, incident management, and risk reduction.
* Conduct audits, inspections, and gap analyses to identify non-compliance, risks, and improvement opportunities.
* Oversee and support incident investigations, ensuring root cause analysis is completed and effective corrective actions are implemented.
* Lead or support HSE training initiatives to ensure competence across all levels of the organization.
* Collaborate with HR, Operations, Facilities, and Engineering on workplace design, ergonomics, and safe systems of work.
* Engage with external stakeholders including regulatory bodies (e.g. HSE, Local Authorities), insurers, and accreditation bodies.
* Track and assess emerging legislation, standards, and industry developments to future-proof the Group’s H&S policies and practices.
* Promote employee engagement and safety culture through communication, campaigns, and recognition programs
Person Specification
* NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (or working towards)
* Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards
* Extensive experience in a senior H&S role, ideally in a multi-site or group structure
* In-depth knowledge of UK H&S legislation and ISO standards (e.g. ISO 45001)
* Experience in manufacturing, engineering, construction, or logistics sectors
* Experience with international HSE standards or EHS integration
* Environmental or sustainability qualifications (e.g. IEMA)
Benefits
* Base salary £50,000 - £60,000 FTE
* Private healthcare and pension