Health & Safety Manager

A highly respected organisation based in Essex is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join their Environmental Department. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this is a critical role with responsibility for ensuring the safety and well-being of all employees, contractors, and visitors across multiple UK sites.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety professional with a strong background in compliance, risk management, and training to take the lead in fostering a positive safety culture within a dynamic and evolving business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide Health & Safety policies and procedures aligned with current legislation and best practice.
• Lead regular site inspections, audits, and surveys across all locations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Review and update risk assessments, SSOW, and method statements in collaboration with department leads.
• Conduct an annual BCarm audit to ensure training compliance and HR process accuracy.
• Deliver expert H&S advice and coordinate training requirements across the business.
• Lead investigations into incidents and accidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain fire safety standards across all sites, including equipment, evacuation plans, and training.
• Act as the primary liaison with external regulatory bodies including HSE and fire authorities.
• Drive emergency planning initiatives, including first aid provision and business continuity planning.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and pro-actively implement relevant legislative or procedural changes.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• NEBOSH Occupational Health & Safety qualification.
• Proven experience designing and delivering H&S training.
• Familiarity with occupational H&S systems and leading metrics.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001, 18001 and 45001 standards.
• Strong communication, influencing, and IT skills.
• Full UK driving licence (travel to multiple depots required).

Desirable:

• Environmental qualifications or experience.
• Exposure to industrial environments and dangerous goods.
• Knowledge of DSEAR and PUWER regulations.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance (after 1 year of service)
• Death in Service Benefit (after 1 year of service)
• Birthday celebrations with monthly buffets
• 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + 1 additional day per year of service (up to 25 days)
• Company pension scheme (Employer 4% / Employee 5%)
• Recommend-a-friend incentive scheme

If you are a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety professional looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now!