GPS Recruitment have a vacancy for an experienced Health and Safety Manager based in the Huddersfield area. The role will eventually cover both manufacturing sites in the area.
Key responsibilities:
* Management of all Health and Safety compliance across the Company’s activities.
* Monitor and maintain day to day health and safety issues including the compilation of risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and safe systems of work.
* Carry out monthly Health and Safety site audits.
* Investigate accidents and provide accurate and timely information to third parties including consultants, insurers, HSE via RIDDOR.
* Develop and deploy in-house training programs around any new activities, legislation updates and / or updated company procedures.
* Represent the Company at health and safety meetings with internal and external clients.
* Implement and maintain the Company’s health and safety management systems.
* Ensure emergency procedures including fire tests are up to date and safety equipment is regularly tested.
** Due to the nature of the role, this list is not exhaustive.
Essential skills/qualifications:
* Excellent computer skills with reporting skills and an analytical approach.
* A recognised Health and Safety qualification (NEBOSH or similar).
* Previous experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
* Excellent communication skills and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
The working week will be Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm, with some flexibility when visiting external sites.
For a more in-depth chat, please forward an up-to-date CV with contact details, one of our team will be happy to have a chat