We are pleased to have partnered with an established care provider in Somerset to recruit a Senior Health and Safety Manager to the team. The key focus of this role is to lead and support the organisation in transforming Health and Safety within the business from a place of documentation and compliance to fully embedded within the company culture.
With their Head Office in Taunton, the company manage 20 sites around Somerset in addition to providing home care services to patients. This role will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer, and work closely with senior management to develop Health and Safety over the next 18 months and set up a strong framework and culture for the business’ future.
The Senior Health and Safety Manager will be responsible for:
* Creating a Health and Safety framework for the company in alignment with internal teams and working practices
* Delivering monthly Health and Safety reports to the senior leadership team to provide a clear view of compliance, incidents, progress on follow up actions, and safety culture
* Providing professional Health and Safety advice to teams to ensure safe working practices and high standards of service
* • Promoting a strong safety culture and engagement in the business through training, briefings, and the building of strong relationships
The successful Senior Health and Safety Manager will have:
* NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification as a minimum
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships
* A positive attitude with a “can do” approach to Health and Safety
* Proven experience creating and leading Health and Safety plans and systems
* Experience in the care sector or industry with similar risks is preferred
Apply for this role if you are looking to:
* Be part of a company with strong core values of doing the right thing and making a difference
* Work alongside a management team that is committed to improving Health and Safety, with a company culture of embracing change
* Have autonomy in your role and the room to make real change within the business and see tangible results and engagement
* Feel a strong sense of job satisfaction in an industry that is all about connecting with and keeping people safe and well
The successful candidate will receive a salary of up to £80,000 depending on experience plus wider benefits package, and a great opportunity to work with an organisation committed to safe and quality services, in an autonomous and rewarding role
Salary description
£500.00 - £500.00 per hour