Health & Safety Manager

Job Description

Health and Safety Manager Permanent Company Overview

A growing and forward thinking electrical and engineering business is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join its team. This is a key appointment within a company that places safety, quality, and continuous improvement at the centre of its operations.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving high standards across both office and site environments, while helping to build and maintain a strong safety first culture throughout the organisation. This opportunity would suit an ambitious and proactive individual looking to develop a long term career within a supportive and progressive business.

The Role

The Health & Safety Manager will take ownership of the company’s HSE strategy, ensuring compliance with current legislation and industry standards, while continuously improving systems, processes, and engagement across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 systems, including preparation and delivery of audits
• Provide expert HSE guidance across all levels of the business, promoting best practice and continuous improvement
• Drive a positive safety culture by influencing behaviours and improving engagement across teams
• Conduct and support incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures
• Review, develop and enhance HSE policies, procedures, and systems
• Carry out regular site inspections and ensure compliance with current legislation and company standards
• Develop and deliver health and safety training programmes for employees
• Attend and lead HSE meetings, briefings, and initiatives across the business
• Produce, review and maintain all relevant safety documentation

About You

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager or similar position
• Strong working knowledge of HSE legislation and management systems
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Proactive, solutions focused, and driven to improve standards
• Able to work independently as well as part of a wider team
• Excellent organisational, written, and presentation skills
• IT proficient, including Microsoft Office and digital systems

Qualifications & Experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent, IOSH qualification desirable
• Experience within M&E, industrial, or commercial environments preferred
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 systems desirable