Health & Safety Manager - Professional Profile
A highly proactive and detail-oriented Health & Safety Manager with extensive experience overseeing safety across office, warehouse, and manufacturing environments. Skilled in ensuring full compliance with UK health and safety legislation and ISO standards, this role operates independently while collaborating closely with senior leadership and specialist consultants. Brings strong analytical capabilities, robust risk-management expertise, and a confident approach to delivering training, inductions, and safety initiatives. The position may involve occasional overseas travel in line with business requirements, with appropriate notice and arrangements provided.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, implement, and continually enhance health and safety policies and procedures aligned with UK legislation and ISO standards.
* Conduct thorough risk assessments-including COSHH, manual handling, and DSE-and establish safe systems of work.
* Oversee all health and safety functions across office and warehouse operations, including racking inspections, forklift and machinery activities, traffic management, and working at height.
* Lead incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and manage all RIDDOR reporting obligations.
* Deliver high-quality inductions, toolbox talks, and training sessions covering manual handling, fire safety, first aid, and PUWER awareness.
* Perform internal audits, support external audit processes, and monitor and report on safety performance KPIs.
* Manage contractor compliance under CDM regulations by reviewing RAMS and issuing permits-to-work.
* Maintain fire risk assessments, emergency response plans, and coordination of drills and evacuation procedures.
* Oversee site compliance activities and manage facilities-related contractors.
* Promote ergonomic improvements and wellbeing initiatives, including managing DSE assessments.
* Ensure all documentation-policies, risk assessments, training records, permits, and inspection logs-is accurately maintained and audit-ready.
* Liaise with auditors and ensure adherence to insurance and regulatory requirements.
* Provide informed advice to senior management, supporting continuous improvement and best-practice health and safety strategies.
Skills & Experience
* Proven track record as a Health & Safety Manager within manufacturing, warehouse, and office-based operations.
* Strong understanding of UK health and safety regulations and ISO compliance frameworks.
* Proficient in risk assessment, incident investigation, and delivery of training.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work autonomously and implement effective, organisation-wide safety systems.
Qualifications
Essential:
* NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum requirement)
Desirable:
* Knowledge of electrical and battery safety
* NEBOSH Diploma
* ISO Auditor qualification
* First Aid and Fire Marshal certification
Additional Information
* Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum