Health & Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager

The HSEQ 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).

Requirements

Essential:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate


• 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.

Desirable:

• Specialist training or certification in woodworking machinery safety

Benefits:

Flexible working (option to work one day a week)

Private Healthcare�

Company Pension