Vickerstock are working in partnership with a food manufacturing firm on the appointment of a Health & Safety Manager.
As the Health & Safety Manager, you will ensure all site personnel adhere to Safe Systems of Work, comply with relevant legislation, and follow established safety policies. You will promote a strong Health & Safety culture and have experience in driving behavioural change.
In your new role:
* Manage the Health and Safety budget
* Oversee the site's Health and Safety program, ensuring legal compliance and ongoing improvement
* Keep all risk assessments and safe work systems current and applicable to site operations
* Maintain the site's Health and Safety systems
* Conduct specialised risk assessments, such as Manual Handling, COSHH, and DSE, to mitigate risks in line with standards, commercial, and legislative requirements
* Ensure appropriate training and safety measures are evaluated and provided
* Prepare Health and Safety reports and lead monthly Health and Safety management review meetings
* Support site maintenance teams to ensure completion of statutory inspections, current PPM programs, and safe machinery use in compliance with legislative requirements
* Actively assist in monitoring on-site contractors and controlling the Permit to Work System
* Oversee emergency procedures and site fire safety arrangements according to fire safety policy and risk assessment
* Monitor and report incidents classified under RIDDOR to the HSA and handle any resulting correspondence
* Perform business risk analysis and approve all site-related risk assessments with line management support, making commercially sound recommendations to reduce risks
* Assist the Site Training Coordinator in sourcing training based on needs assessments, particularly health and safety training, and deliver in-house health and safety programs as needed
* Monitor compliance and conduct audits
* Lead all communications with external authorities
* Ensure accurate implementation and investigation of accidents/incidents to identify root causes and prevention
What you will need to succeed:
* 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
* Driving on-site Health & Safety initiatives
* Ability to perform effectively under pressure and with a solutions-oriented mindset
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):
* FMCG experience preferred
* Understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing
For 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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