Health and Safety Manager
£31,200
Leyland
Part Time (Days Only, ideally Monday/Wednesday/Friday)
gap technical are seeking an experienced, proactive Head of Health and Safety to provide strategic leadership and drive continuous improvement across one of clients organisations. This is a pivotal role with responsibility for setting and maintaining high health and safety standards, ensuring full legislative compliance, and embedding a robust, proactive safety culture across all operations.
Performance Objectives
* Lead and continually develop the site's Health & Safety strategy, policies, and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with all UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, DSEAR, COSHH, RIDDOR, and related food sector safety requirements
* Conduct and oversee risk assessments covering machinery, manual handling, chemicals, DSE, noise and warehouse operations
* Manage and oversee all liability claims (employee, employer, and public), working closely with insurers, legal advisors, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely responses, and effective resolution
* Lead accident and incident investigations, ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actions
* Oversee contractor management and ensure compliance with permit to work systems and safe systems of work
* Maintain emergency preparedness across fire safety, first aid, spill response and evacuation procedures
* Carry out safety audits, inspections and toolbox talks
* Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees.
* Deliver Health & Safety training and toolbox talks.
* Monitor performance, report on Key Performance Measures.
* Act as the primary interface with regulators, enforcement bodies, insurers, and external auditors
* Champion a positive, proactive safety culture across all operational environments
Person Specification
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) essential
* Significant Health & Safety leadership experience in a manufacturing or food production environment
* Experience within Manufacturing, Construction and Engineering Environment desirable.
* Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
Closing Date: 01/05/2026
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