H&S Manager

GPS Recruitment have a vacancy for an experienced Health and Safety Manager based in the Huddersfield area. The role will eventually cover both manufacturing sites in the area.

Key responsibilities:

* Management of all Health and Safety compliance across the Company’s activities.

* Monitor and maintain day to day health and safety issues including the compilation of risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and safe systems of work.

* Carry out monthly Health and Safety site audits.

* Investigate accidents and provide accurate and timely information to third parties including consultants, insurers, HSE via RIDDOR.

* Develop and deploy in-house training programs around any new activities, legislation updates and / or updated company procedures.

* Represent the Company at health and safety meetings with internal and external clients.

* Implement and maintain the Company’s health and safety management systems.

* Ensure emergency procedures including fire tests are up to date and safety equipment is regularly tested.

** Due to the nature of the role, this list is not exhaustive.

Essential skills/qualifications:

* Excellent computer skills with reporting skills and an analytical approach.

* A recognised Health and Safety qualification (NEBOSH or similar).

* Previous experience in a similar manufacturing environment.

* Excellent communication skills and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.

The working week will be Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm, with some flexibility when visiting external sites.

For a more in-depth chat, please forward an up-to-date CV with contact details, one of our team will be happy to have a chat