Health & Safety Manager
Location: Rugby, Warwickshire – Site-Based (up to 1 day working from home available)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000–£55,000 + Up to 10% Annual Bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 5:30pm (Flexibility Required)
About the Role
We are supporting a highly respected, UK-based organisation within the trade and construction supply sector to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Manager. This is a critical position with full ownership of H&S strategy across UK operations, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and providing regular board-level updates.
The successful candidate will act as the H&S subject matter expert, ensuring legal compliance, fostering a strong safety culture, and maintaining safe working environments across a diverse operational landscape – including two warehouses, head office staff in Rugby, and around 50 remote field-based sales staff.
This is a predominantly site-based role, requiring a strong, visible presence across office and warehouse environments. Occasional remote work may be possible by exception.
Key Responsibilities
Lead H&S compliance across all sites and functions, including office, warehouse, and remote workers
Develop and implement the H&S strategy, supporting a culture of continuous improvement and safety-first behaviours
Serve as the competent person for health and safety, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and industry standards
Oversee all types of risk assessments, prioritising actions based on risk level
Manage external audits, including ISO 45001 certification and related compliance programmes
Maintain effective emergency preparedness and incident response plans
Record, analyse and report on accidents, near misses and trends; lead corrective actions
Facilitate regular Health & Safety Committee meetings and staff consultation
Mentor and support a H&S Apprentice through their professional development
Lead new H&S initiatives and projects across the UK operation
Provide regular reporting to the COO and present monthly updates to the board
What We’re Looking For
Minimum NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) – essential
At least 5 years’ experience in a health and safety role, preferably within warehousing or similar operational settings
Proven experience in leading H&S programmes and managing or mentoring team members
Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and risk management principles
Hands-on experience with ISO 45001 and H&S audit processes
Capable of writing and implementing policies, procedures and training materials
Confident communicator with experience delivering presentations at senior level
A practical, collaborative approach – accessible, visible, and proactive in the workplace
Passion for driving positive safety culture and influencing behavioural change
Exposure to facilities/building management would be advantageous for future development
What’s in it for You
Salary: £50,000–£55,000 + up to 10% performance-related bonus
Annual Leave: 23 days + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service up to 28 days)
Health Cash Plan: Cover for medical, dental, optical, therapy and wellbeing costs for you and dependants
Additional Benefits:
24/7 GP phone service & mental health support
Enhanced pension scheme & life cover
Discount schemes for retail, gym & dining
Cycle to Work Scheme
2 paid Volunteering Days per year