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Head of Health and Safety
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ 75,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicestershire
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
A leadership position responsible for establishing Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and ensuring their integration across the category. This role involves setting the strategic direction for managing these standards and defining clear objectives to both meet compliance requirements and drive continuous improvement.
Client Details
A large and well respected family business, dedicated to producing high-quality products for many of the UK's leading retailers, alongside their own brands.
Description
Develop and implement the strategic framework for Safety, Health, and Environmental management.
Provide expert technical advice and ensure legal compliance, supporting senior leadership in SHE matters.
Lead SHE committees and actively promote a proactive, safety-first culture throughout the organisation.
Collaborate with external stakeholders and internal departments to align on SHE priorities.
Conduct audits in high-risk areas and spearhead initiatives for continuous improvement.
Oversee SHE training programs, manage incident investigations, and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
Support the safe integration of new machinery and capital projects, ensuring full compliance with health and safety regulations.
Profile
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and IEMA Associate Certificate.
Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) status preferred.
3-5 years of experience in Safety, Health & Environmental roles, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
In-depth knowledge of ISO 14001 standards and UK environmental legislation.
Strong communication skills with proven ability to influence, negotiate, and lead effectively.
Proficient in data analysis, project management, and professional report writing.
Job Offer
A competitive salary ranging up to £80k base plus package.
Enhanced pension scheme to support your future.
Private health scheme for you and your family.
Employee discount scheme for products and services.
Annual pay reviews to recognise your contributions.
Profit-related pay as part of your package.
Car or car allowance to support your professional needs.
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