Ready to build something rather than maintain it? This isn't a role for someone who wants to simply keep the wheels turning. We're recruiting a Health & Safety Manager for a well-established manufacturing business that has recently invested over £4 million in automation and site improvements and is committed to raising standards across the organisation. The business openly recognises that there is work to do. This is a company on a journey, looking for a Health & Safety professional who can help shape the next chapter, influence behaviours, challenge legacy thinking and drive a genuine culture of accountability and continuous improvement. If you've successfully improved standards, won hearts and minds on the shop floor and enjoy making a visible impact, we'd love to hear from you.
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
- Lead the site's Health & Safety strategy and continuous improvement roadmap
- Drive positive behavioural and cultural change throughout the organisation
- Build strong relationships with managers, supervisors and employees at all levels
- Review, improve and embed Health & Safety systems, policies and procedures
- Take ownership of risk management, audits, inspections and compliance activities
- Investigate incidents, identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions
- Support operational teams in developing practical and effective safe systems of work
- Lead Health & Safety training initiatives and improve workforce engagement
- Champion accountability and ownership of Health & Safety across all departments
- Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and relevant industry standards
- Support and maintain ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and wider management systems
- Monitor performance, analyse trends and report progress to senior leadership
- Health & Safety leadership experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial or similarly complex environments
- NEBOSH qualification, with Diploma, NVQ Level 6 or equivalent highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and Health & Safety management systems
- Experience driving cultural and behavioural safety improvements
- A strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation
- Experience leading audits, investigations and risk management activities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- The confidence to positively challenge and influence operational leaders
- A practical, hands-on approach and visible leadership style
- A genuine passion for creating safer, better workplaces
- Salary up to £60,000 per annum
- Opportunity to lead a significant Health & Safety transformation journey
- Direct influence on business culture and strategic direction
- A business investing heavily in its facilities, operations and people
- Autonomy, ownership and the opportunity to make your mark
- Long-term career opportunity within a growing organisation
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Health & Safety Manager in Manchester employer: McCarthy Recruitment Limited
As an Assistant Store Manager, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee development and teamwork. Our company fosters a culture of motivation and excellence, offering competitive salaries and opportunities for career advancement, all while ensuring a premium service experience for our customers.
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McCarthy Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
