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