Health And Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Location: Newbury, West BerkshireSalary: £45,000–£50,000Contract: Full-Time, PermanentReports to: Managing Director

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive Health & Safety Manager to lead compliance and foster a strong safety culture across our operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role, ideal for an experienced H&S professional from recycling or other technical sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company’s health and safety strategy, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and industry standards (WEEE, HSE, Environment Agency).
• Conduct site risk assessments, safety inspections, and environmental/fire safety audits.
• Prepare and maintain method statements and safe systems of work for:
  • Mechanical and manual recycling activities
  • Manual handling of assets
  • Hazardous waste storage and disposal
• Investigate incidents and near‑misses, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Deliver staff training, inductions, toolbox talks, and refresher sessions.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and environmental bodies.
• Oversee health surveillance, PPE compliance, and COSHH requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Essential: NEBOSH National General Certificate; Preferred: NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years’ experience in health and safety management within technical, waste, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of WEEE regulations, H&S at Work Act, RIDDOR, PUWER, and COSHH.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Methodical, hands‑on approach with a passion for building a “safety‑first” culture.

What We Offer

• A pivotal leadership role in a growing, sustainability‑focused business.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in an essential sector.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development.
• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.

Ready to take the lead on health and safety? Apply today and help us keep safety at the heart of everything we do.

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