Health And Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Permanent Opportunity

Northern Ireland Based

Purpose of role:

The Health & Safety Manager will ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across joinery manufacturing, fit-out projects, and recycling operations.

The role focuses on minimising risks, maintaining compliance with UK legislation, and embedding a strong EHS culture across all activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Health & Safety Compliance:

� Ensure adherence to the�Health and Safety at Work Act 1974,�CDM Regulations 2015, and relevant UK joinery manufacturing and recycling regulations.

� Conduct EHS site inspections for manufacturing facilities, recycling units, and fit-out sites to ensure compliance.

� Create, implement, and review EHS plans tailored to joinery manufacturing and recycling operations.

Risk Assessment & Management:

� Develop and oversee Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for activities involving machinery, hazardous materials, and fit-out installations.

� Identify and mitigate risks related to woodworking equipment, waste handling, and recycling processes.

� Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.

Training & Awareness:

� Deliver EHS training sessions specific to woodworking machinery safety, material handling, and recycling operations.

� Conduct toolbox talks and awareness sessions focusing on fire safety, dust control, and manual handling in joinery manufacturing.

Environmental Compliance & Sustainability:

� Ensure adherence to waste management regulations, including proper segregation and recycling of materials.

� Promote initiatives to reduce waste, increase energy efficiency, and improve the sustainability of manufacturing and recycling processes.

� Monitor air quality in joinery facilities (e.g., dust and VOC emissions) and implement controls to meet environmental standards.

Documentation & Reporting:

� Maintain accurate EHS documentation, including COSHH assessments for adhesives, finishes, and other chemicals used in joinery.

� Prepare regular reports for senior management, highlighting compliance status and areas for improvement.

� Ensure contractors and subcontractors meet EHS documentation requirements, including licenses for handling recycled materials.

Stakeholder Engagement:

� Collaborate with project managers, manufacturing teams, recycling operators, and contractors to integrate EHS objectives into daily activities.

� Act as the key point of contact for regulatory bodies and external auditors on EHS matters.

Skills & Competencies:

� In-depth knowledge of EHS practices in�joinery manufacturing,�construction fit-out, and�recycling operations.

� Expertise in woodworking machinery safety, chemical handling, and waste management.

� Strong leadership and communication skills to drive EHS initiatives and influence stakeholders.

� Analytical mindset with the ability to identify risks and develop practical solutions.

� Familiarity with environmental management systems (ISO 14001) and health & safety systems (ISO 45001).

Qualifications & Experience:

� NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (essential).

� Specialist training or certification in woodworking machinery safety (desirable).

� Membership with IOSH or IEMA (preferred).

� Proven EHS management experience in joinery manufacturing, fit-out projects, or recycling.

� Knowledge of relevant legislation, including COSHH, PUWER, and WEEE regulations.

Please apply with CV if interested.