Vickerstock are working in partnership with a well-established distribution and manufacturing organisation to recruit a Health & Safety Manager.As Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust health, safety, and environmental systems across a range of operations. This is a hands-on, operationally focused role, working closely with site teams, drivers, and management to ensure safety standards are embedded into everyday working practices while maintaining full legislative compliance.In your new role:Develop, implement, and continually improve Health & Safety policies, procedures, and management systems in line with current legislationCarry out comprehensive risk assessments across depots, processing facilities, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution activitiesConduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards, drive corrective actions, and promote continuous improvementLead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, producing clear reports with preventive and corrective action plansPromote and embed a positive safety culture across all levels of the organisationDeliver or coordinate H&S training including manual handling, fire safety, plant operation, emergency response, and dust-related risksSupport managers and supervisors in reinforcing behavioural safety and safe working practicesMaintain compliance with environmental and safety regulations, including waste management, air quality, and product storage requirementsLiaise with external bodies such as the HSE, local authorities, insurers, and auditorsMaintain accurate H&S records, training matrices, inspection logs, and performance dataPrepare and present regular H&S performance reports to senior managementLead Health & Safety meetings and contribute to wider operational and quality auditsWhat you will need to succeed:NEBOSH General CertificateExperience in a Health & Safety role within logistics, manufacturing, bulk materials, or another high-risk environmentWorking knowledge of safety regulations in the UK and IrelandKnowledge of auditing, risk assessments, and incident managementIT and numeracy skills (MS Office)Excellent communication and influencing skills, ability to engage stakeholders at all levelsDesirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):Degree in Health & Safety, Quality, or a related disciplineExperience of environmental monitoring programmes (dust, noise, air quality)Prior experience auditing against ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001Other relevant Health & Safety certificationsFor a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.
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