Health & Safety Manager in Glasgow

Health & Safety Manager Location: Glasgow Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience Contract: Permanent | Full-Time Travel: UK & European Remit The Opportunity We are recruiting on behalf of an established international organisation seeking an experienced and commercially minded Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of its health and safety function across UK and European operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior H&S professional looking to take on a business-wide leadership position, with responsibility for developing strategy, driving compliance and improving health and safety standards across multiple locations. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational involvement, working closely with Directors, senior management and operational teams. Based preferably in Glasgow, the position involves regular UK travel and some involvement in European operations. Key Responsibilities * Take overall responsibility for the organisation's H&S strategy, policies, procedures and management systems. * Develop and implement H&S objectives, driving continuous improvement across the business. * Provide expert health and safety advice to Directors, senior management and operational teams. * Oversee compliance across multiple locations, including internal audits, risk assessments and assurance activities. * Lead accident and incident investigations, including RIDDOR reporting and corrective actions. * Manage workplace risks, including fire safety, asbestos, legionella, working at height and contractor activities. * Monitor third-party contractors and external service providers to ensure compliance with relevant legislation. * Identify training requirements and develop H&S awareness and competence across the organisation. * Produce H&S performance reports and recommendations for senior leadership. * Support European operations, coordinating with local specialists where required and ensuring legislative compliance. Requirements We are looking for an experienced health and safety professional who can demonstrate: * NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification. * CMIOSH, or Graduate IOSH membership working towards chartership. * Significant H&S experience within a multi-site or complex operational environment. * Proven experience developing and implementing H&S strategies, policies and management systems. * Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation, including CDM Regulations, RIDDOR and fire safety. * Experience conducting audits, managing compliance programmes and leading incident investigations. * Recognised auditing qualification or demonstrable lead-auditor experience, ideally ISO 45001. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership. * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. Experience supporting European operations, ISO 14001 management systems or additional fire safety/environmental qualifications would be advantageous. What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to take full ownership of an organisation-wide health and safety function, working directly with senior leadership and influencing H&S standards across UK and European operations. The position offers a varied mix of strategic and operational responsibilities, considerable autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the organisation's safety culture. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered, dependent on experience. Apply If you are an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for a senior position offering autonomy, strategic responsibility and exposure to international operations, we would be keen to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the opportunity