Health and Safety Manager

About the job:

Loom Talent Limited have exclusively partnered with a well-known Logistics and Production based business in the Thurmaston area.

Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including: Retail, Packaging, FMCG and General Merchandise.

The Role:

The role is for a Health and Safety Manager who will play a critical role in leading all activity across the operation within their field.

This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced Health and Safety professional with a background in logistics, to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation.

This role requires a proactive leader with a depth of knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced logistics and contract packing environment.

The Health and Safety Manager will take ownership of the full health and safety agenda and help the business continue to build a proactive, positive safety culture.

This is a highly visible, hands-on role where you'll work closely with the operational and leadership teams to ensure health and safety isn't simply about compliance - it is embedded into the way people work every day.

You'll be responsible for developing, maintaining and continuously improving health and safety systems, while spending time on the warehouse floor, engaging with colleagues, identifying risks and making practical improvements.

You'll be the go-to person for health and safety across the business, providing expert advice while making sure policies and procedures translate effectively into day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Take ownership of the company's health & safety strategy, policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with relevant UK health and safety legislation and industry standards.
Conduct and review risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manual handling assessments and other relevant safety assessments.
Carry out regular workplace inspections and audits, identifying risks and driving corrective actions.
Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures.
Develop and deliver engaging health and safety training, toolbox talks and briefings.
Work closely with warehouse and operational managers to embed safe working practices.
Monitor and improve safety performance through meaningful KPIs, reporting and trend analysis.
Support emergency preparedness, fire safety and evacuation procedures.
Ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for contractors, visitors and third parties.
Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation.
Liaise with external bodies, insurers, auditors and relevant authorities where required.
Keep up to date with changes in legislation and ensure the business responds appropriately.
Promote a positive safety culture where everyone takes responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and help maintain the high standards expected of a modern logistics and fulfilment operation.

About You:

The successful candidate for the role of Health and Safety Manager will be ideal for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent people skills.

You'll will have:

Proven experience in a Health and Safety Manager, H&S Advisor or similar role, preferably within Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain, or a similarly operational environment.
A recognised Health & Safety qualification such as NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and best practice.
Experience undertaking risk assessments, audits and incident investigations.
A practical, hands-on approach to health and safety.
The confidence to challenge unsafe practices and influence colleagues at all levels.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience delivering training and engaging employees around safety.
A continuous-improvement mindset, with the ability to turn findings into practical actions.
Be commutable to the Thuramston area 5 days per week.

You'll be comfortable working with senior leaders and operational teams alike, and you'll have the credibility to influence, educate and challenge when required.

Salary & Benefits Package:

Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 (DOE)
Plus additional company benefits