Health & Safety Manager
Full‑time | On‑site | Engineering / Technical Environment
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and well‑qualified Health & Safety professional with proven breadth and depth of H&S knowledge to join a successful, forward‑thinking engineering organisation. The business offers an informal, friendly yet professional environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration, continuous improvement and high standards.
This position reports directly to the Technical Director and requires the experience and confidence to operate autonomously on agreed tasks and initiatives. Due to the nature of the role, this is a full‑time, on‑site position.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
The responsibilities outlined below are intended as a guide and are not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to undertake additional duties appropriate to their experience and qualifications when required.
Work closely with the Technical Director to support business objectives and deliver an efficient, effective Health & Safety service ensuring statutory compliance
Act as the first point of contact for all Health & Safety matters, providing professional advice and guidance to Directors, Managers and employees
Remain up to date with Health & Safety legislation, developments and best practice, advising senior leadership on required changes
Proactively advise the Board on emerging and ongoing Health & Safety issues
Develop, review and implement Health & Safety policies, procedures and documentation in line with legislation and business needs
Maintain Health & Safety KPIs and present monthly reports in person at Board meetings
Track and complete actions arising from Board meetings and report progress monthly
Lead and deliver agreed Health & Safety projects and initiatives
Monitor, audit and review Health & Safety performance against agreed audit schedules and implement corrective actions where required
Create, review and maintain risk assessments and safe working procedures covering workshop activities, machinery, COSHH, fire safety, lone and remote working, DSE, overseas travel and general operations
Support Project and Sector Managers during project planning to ensure Health & Safety requirements are embedded from proposal stage
Provide ongoing Health & Safety support during project delivery
Lead day‑to‑day responsibility for key Health & Safety areas including accident reporting, waste, COSHH, machine safety, fire, first aid, DSE and overseas travel
Monitor hazardous waste and arrange appropriate disposal with approved contractors
Work with Facilities and designated Fire Marshals to maintain fire safety systems, drills, alarms and procedures
Provide cover for Facilities management duties when required
Deliver Health & Safety inductions and initial training for new startersQualifications
Degree qualified (2:1 or above) or equivalent experience
NEBOSH Diploma (or higher)
Chartered Membership of IOSH (or working towards)