Job Description
Vickerstock is working in partnership with a food manufacturing firm to appoint a Health & Safety Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure all site personnel adhere to Safe Systems of Work, comply with relevant legislation, and follow established safety policies.
* Manage the site's Health and Safety program, ensuring legal compliance and ongoing improvement.
* Maintain current risk assessments and safe work systems applicable to site operations.
* Conduct specialized risk assessments to mitigate risks in line with standards, commercial, and legislative requirements.
* Prepare Health and Safety reports and lead monthly Health and Safety management review meetings.
* Support site maintenance teams to ensure completion of statutory inspections and safe machinery use.
* Actively assist in monitoring on-site contractors and controlling the Permit to Work System.
* Oversee emergency procedures and site fire safety arrangements.
* Monitor and report incidents classified under RIDDOR to the HSA and handle resulting correspondence.
* Perform business risk analysis and approve site-related risk assessments.
* Assist in sourcing training and deliver in-house health and safety programs.
* Monitor compliance and conduct audits.
Requirements:
* NEBOSH qualification or equivalent.
* At least 3 years of experience in Health & Safety Management within a manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations in NI and ROI.
* Background in managing health and safety in multi-site organisations.
* Demonstrated ability in influencing, coaching, communication, and time management.
* Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable Qualifications:
* FMCG experience preferred.
* Understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing.