Job Title: Health and Safety Manager
About the Role:
As a Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of key clients, ensuring close relationships are maintained and a valued service is provided throughout the client lifecycle.
You will work effectively with our operations team in the scheduling of Health and Safety visits, service delivery, and client relationship management which optimizes cost to serve and meets all contractual obligations.
Although primarily office based, this role will require occasional travel to clients' offices and sites throughout Ireland and the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct thorough Health and Safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, reporting all findings and recommendations back to our client teams.
* Conduct Health and Safety site inspections, audits, risk assessments, and draft policies and procedures.
* Build, maintain, and support ISO management systems for Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental.
* Liaise with external bodies, auditors, and suppliers on compliance matters.
* Identify client Health and Safety needs and propose tailored service solutions.
* Perform root cause analysis for incidents and near misses, providing actionable recommendations to prevent recurrence.
* Develop, implement, and maintain Health and Safety policies and procedures tailored to specific environments and operations.
* Collaborate with management to promote a culture of safety awareness throughout our clients' organizations.
* Stay updated on current Health and Safety legislation, industry standards, and best practices related to health and safety.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior health and safety role across relevant industries.
* Health and Safety consultancy experience (desirable).
* Strong skills in Health and Safety Management in the UK and Ireland are highly desirable.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
* Experience in the development and implementation of ISO systems and 45001.
* Experience managing a small team of Health and Safety professionals.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office package.
* Competent in preparing Health and Safety documentation, policies, and risk assessments.
* A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Relevant qualifications in health and safety (e.g., NEBOSH or equivalent).
* Full UK driving license and willingness to travel throughout Ireland.
We Offer:
* Competitive salary.
* 30 days per year annual leave.
* Company vehicle and fuel card.
* Opportunities for career growth.
* Flexible working - 9-day fortnight.
* Company pension.
* Staff social events.