Job Description
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. Skills: Health and Safety SHEQ EHS HSE Food Manufacturing Manager