Saftey Manager

We’re working with a leading UK organisation operating within large-scale venues and live events, who are looking to appoint an experienced Safety Manager to join their Safety & Wellbeing function.

 

This role is ideal for a Health & Safety professional with strong food safety and event catering experience, particularly within high-footfall, high-risk environments. You’ll act as a visible safety ambassador, driving best practice, compliance, and a positive safety culture across event operations.

 

You’ll play a key role in managing safety standards at major events, supporting matchday / event documentation, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, client standards, and relevant regulatory bodies, and providing clear reporting and feedback post-event.

 

Key Responsibilities

Lead and drive Health & Safety and Food Safety initiatives across multi-site operationsAct as a trusted advisor to operational teams, influencing safety performance at all levelsEnsure compliance with national H&S legislation, food safety regulations, and industry standardsSupport safety planning and documentation for large-scale events and live environmentsOversee incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actionsDeliver food safety and H&S training to operational teamsConduct audits, inspections, and site visits across UK locationsChampion continuous improvement and challenge unsafe behaviours constructivelyManage multiple safety-related projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

 

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience in Health & Safety management within hospitality, food service, events, or other high-risk sectorsStrong background in food safety, auditing, and inspectionsNEBOSH General Certificate and IOSH qualification (or equivalent)Confident conducting risk assessments and accident investigationsHighly organised, compliance-focused, and capable of working autonomouslyStrong IT skills and professional integrityWillingness to travel across the UK as required

 

Desirable (but not essential)

ISO auditing experienceEnvironmental Management exposureAdvanced Food Hygiene qualification or extensive practical experienceTrain the Trainer certificationPrevious leadership or line management experience within HSEComfortable working in fast-moving, event-led environments