Health & Safety Manager - #2143687

Working for an established and successful national Wholesaler/Distributor of ventilation and refrigeration equipment, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join the business on a permanent basis. You will play a key role in creating a safe, compliant and proactive working environment across 40 branches throughout the UK and Ireland, with significant national travel required during the first 6 months and regular travel thereafter.

DUTIES:

• Develop and continuously improve Health & Safety systems, policies and practices
• Conduct regular audits and inspections, monitor performance and drive corrective actions
• Liaise with external H&S consultants, regulatory bodies and internal teams
• Chair Health & Safety Committee meetings, support H&S Representatives and deliver training
• Embed a robust H&S governance framework and drive improvements in safety culture and compliance

BENEFITS:

• Salary up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
• Pension scheme, life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike to Work scheme and the opportunity to shape H&S across a national branch network

EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience designing and delivering an H&S framework across a multi-site, national operation
• Full NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of UK and Irish Health & Safety legislation
• Excellent communication, influencing, stakeholder management, report writing and analytical skills
• Experience within wholesale / retail or distribution would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively

Please bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications, we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our website.