H&S Manager

Our client, a well known manufacturing business based on the outskirts of Leeds looking to appoint a H&S Manager to drive continuous improvement, promote best practices, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation specific to this manufacturing sector. Reporting directly to senior leaders, you will act as an essential advisor, guiding site teams toward fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
Key responsibilities
• H&S Leadership and Engagement: Actively engage and influence employees at all levels to achieve full health and safety compliance, supporting a safety-first mindset across the organisation.
• Site Onboarding Programs: Develop and implement a comprehensive health and safety onboarding program for employees, contractors, and visitors to ensure all site activities comply with health and safety regulations.
• · Collaboration and Culture Building: Work closely with other departments within the company and across the group to shape the health and safety agenda and promote a culture of continuous improvement, engagement, and accountability.
• Risk Assessment and Training: Oversee and ensure all site activities have updated risk assessments, providing or arranging for training where necessary to address specific operational risks.
• Inspection and Compliance Audits: Conduct regular site inspections to verify policy and procedural compliance, liaising with regulatory bodies as required to maintain high standards.
• Incident Management: Lead thorough investigations of all incidents and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions promptly to prevent recurrence.
Competencies:
• Highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and effectively time-manage.
• An observant and analytical personality with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and ability to give instruction to site personnel.
• Embodies ‘safety first culture’ with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A “can do” work ethic with an ability to work on their own initiative.
• Qualifications
• IOSHH Managing Safely required, NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification desirable
• Minimum of 3-5 years Health and Safety Experience with experience in manufacturing sector
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Full Driving Licence