* Opportunity to join a reputable logistics business in Ipswich
* Excellent salary / benefits
About Our Client
An exciting opportunity for a Facilities, Health & Safety Manager to oversee a large distribution centre in Ipswich.
Job Description
Reporting to the General Manager you will lead on all aspects of Health, Safety & Facilities providing guidance and advice to enable the site to comply with relevant statutory legislation & regulations. You will oversee a small team of directly employed maintenance operatives and a mixture of contracted suppliers ensuring the site is fully compliant and safe for all employees.
Roles & Responsibilities
* Lead on periodic audits and management of framework for daily shift routines.
* Assist with the development, implementation and communication of all relevant HSE policies at the site.
* To create and maintain a short-, medium- and long-term Health, Safety& Environmental improvement plan and programme manage the implementation of initiatives.
* Undertake relevant Safety, Health and Environment audit and create action plan based upon findings.
* Liaise with enforcing authorities as required to ensure the Company is properly represented.
* Processes/policies are maintained and any statutory inspections required are managed.
* Lead and maintain the site Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work documents ensuring bi-annual review and sign off by Shift Managers.
* Ensuring accident investigations are completed in a timely manner including any requirement for RIDDOR reporting plus actions are implemented to prevent reoccurrence at the site (inclusive of major incidents)
* Manage maintenance periodic review and framework of contractors covering the various aspects of the site
The Successful Applicant
* A strong background in a Facilities / Health and Safety role, ideally within logistics
* Strong knowledge of facilities management / maintenance practices
* NEBOSH Diploma or working towards
* Ability to manage directly employed teams / external contractors
* An effective communicator at all levels
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary £50,000 - £58,000 per annum.
* 33 days of holiday leave, including bank holidays.
* Pension contribution
* Access to employee discounts
* Flexible working pattern
* Permanent, full-time position within a reputable organisation.
If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, please apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr