Health & Safety Manager

Aylesford
27/11/2024
Job Type
Permanent
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Manufacturing, Production, and Warehouse
Skills
Any
Functional Expertise
Health and Safety
Salary Type
Annual
Salary
Negotiable
Job ID
52687

Job Description

Health & Safety Manager

Location: Aylesford, Kent
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 Per Annum DOE
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

 

Are you an experienced Health & Safety Manager with a background in food manufacturing?

 

Join a leading organisation with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. This is your chance to shape safety culture and make a real impact in a fast-paced environment.

 

The Role

As Health & Safety Manager, you’ll ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations while driving a culture of continuous improvement across the business. Working across the Aylesford manufacturing site and one retail location in Dorking (monthly visits required), you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring a safe and efficient workplace.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement and maintain health and safety policies in line with regulations.
  • Conduct risk assessments, site audits, and manage subcontractor compliance.
  • Lead incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
  • Deliver training programs, including toolbox talks, to ensure staff are well-informed.
  • Manage emergency response plans and conduct regular drills.
  • Oversee stock, supplier management, equipment servicing, and site maintenance.

 

About You

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager in food manufacturing or a similar environment.
  • NEBOSH General Certificate (essential); additional certifications (e.g., IOSH, DSEAR) are desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with a hands-on approach.
  • Familiarity with auditing, reporting, and implementing safety improvements.

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Comfortable working in production environments and conducting facility-wide inspections, including climbing steps.

 

Why Apply?

  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits including staff discount in the shop, onsite parking, extra days holiday per year of service – up to 5 years, health care scheme, and great company pension.
  • Impactful Role: Drive health and safety improvements in a leading food manufacturing business.

 

How to Apply

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Take the next step in your career and apply today!

 

 

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