Health and Safety Manager

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We are partnering with a rapidly expanding manufacturer in Suffolk that is entering an exciting phase of growth and operational scale. An experienced HSE professional will lead health, safety and environmental leadership and build robust systems across a busy manufacturing environment. Role The role is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for leading Environmental, Health & Safety strategy at the company's primary manufacturing site while developing systems that can support future site expansion. Key Responsibilities
Act as the competent person for Health & Safety under UK legislation. Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE regulations and statutory requirements. Lead risk assessments, COSHH assessments, PUWER compliance and safe systems of work. Drive incident investigations and root cause analysis, ensuring meaningful corrective actions. Manage accident reporting, preventative measures and safety improvements. Coordinate external inspections and regulatory audits. Oversee environmental compliance including waste management and emissions control. Develop and implement a structured HSE management framework aligned to ISO principles. Establish a clear operational cadence for safety management across the site. Build dashboards and data‑led reporting for leadership visibility. Create standardised documentation, templates and risk frameworks. Implement audit programmes to support long‑term compliance and scalability. Champion a proactive, positive safety culture across the business. Lead toolbox talks, safety briefings and workforce engagement activities. Support managers in taking ownership of safety within their departments. Develop training plans and competency frameworks to strengthen capability. Work closely with Operations and Quality teams to embed HSE into production activities. Support new equipment installations, process changes and layout improvements. Participate in validation, change control and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure the site continues to grow safely and sustainably. Drive initiatives to reduce waste, improve recycling and lower environmental impact. Monitor energy usage and environmental performance. Support sustainability targets and regulatory environmental requirements.
What We’re Looking For
NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum). Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation. Experience within regulated or complex manufacturing environments (medical, food, automotive, chemical or similar). Proven experience leading incident investigations and root cause analysis. Experience building or improving structured HSE management systems. Strong leadership and communication skills across shop floor to senior leadership. Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 frameworks. Exposure to multi‑site operations or international businesses. Experience within high‑growth or scaling manufacturing organisations.
Why This Role Stands Out This is more than a typical HSE position. You’ll be joining a business that is scaling quickly, investing heavily in its operations and building leadership capability to support that growth. For The Right Person, This Role Offers
A seat at the leadership table within a growing manufacturing site. The opportunity to build systems and culture from the ground up. Genuine influence over how safety and environmental standards evolve as the company grows. Strong career progression as the organisation continues to expand.
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Location:
Acton Bridge
Job Type:
FullTime

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