Health & Safety Manager

This Health and Safety Manager position presents an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a diverse and forward-thinking workforce. As a Health and Safety Manager, you will support the leadership team within a globally recognised company in the Chemical Manufacturing industry!

As a Health and Safety Manager, you will take the lead on Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement across the site. You will collaborate closely with operational leaders to influence site development strategies through your HSE expertise and deliver measurable safety improvements.

Key Responsibilities of the Health and Safety Manager:

Partner with both the HSE and wider leadership teams to ensure seamless coordination and delivery of HSE services across the manufacturing plant. Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities that foster a positive and compliant safety culture. Ensure adherence to UK HSE regulations, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards through effective management of site HSE systems. Provide expert HSE guidance across all departments, oversee permit-to-work systems, and identify and address training needs throughout the workforce. Develop a proactive safety culture by analysing and reducing the frequency of near misses, incidents, and accidents on site. Lead the creation and review of risk assessments, safe systems of work, and standard operating procedures for both operational and non-operational teams.

Experience Required for the Health and Safety Manager:

Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Health, Safety, and Environmental role, ideally within a Chemical Manufacturing environment. Possession of a Level 3 Health & Safety qualification, such as the NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent. Strong understanding of safety management systems and relevant standards including ISO 14001/45001, with working knowledge of Process Safety (DSEAR, ATEX, or HAZOP).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Health and Safety Manager ready to make a meaningful impact in a complex manufacturing industry. If you're ready to take on a new challenge and grow your career, apply now to be considered for the Health and Safety Manager position.