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Health & Safety Manager
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 42,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Pontefract, City and Borough of Wakefield
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Health & Safety Manager
Location: Pontefract / Castleford
Reporting to: Operations Director
Recruiter: Thrive Personnel
Thrive Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing business based in Pontefract, which operates across three local sites. The company specialises in creating high-quality furniture and is known for its innovative approach and strong UK-based production.
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager with a background in manufacturing to lead and manage the company’s health and safety systems, policies, and compliance. You will be pivotal in creating a safe working environment across production and warehouse operations.
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and continuously improve the health and safety management system, ensuring compliance with current legislation.
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Develop, review, and communicate risk assessments and safe systems of work across departments.
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Deliver in-house training and toolbox talks; coordinate external training where necessary.
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Advise senior management on safety issues, including business cases for investment in improvements.
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Support department leads with practical advice across all H&S matters.
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Lead quarterly health and safety committee meetings and drive safety initiatives.
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Conduct regular inspections and audits against legal and internal standards.
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Oversee inspection, testing, and maintenance of plant and equipment, ensuring full compliance.
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Monitor noise and dust levels; interpret data and take appropriate follow-up actions.
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Implement emergency procedures, including fire drills and first aid training.
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Investigate accidents and near misses, using root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
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Report notifiable incidents as required under RIDDOR.
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Promote a proactive safety culture based on transparency and continuous improvement.
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Implement and oversee control measures for handling materials, PUWER, and COSHH compliance.
Candidate Requirements:
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NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum Level 3 in Occupational Health & Safety).
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Proven experience in a similar H&S role within manufacturing or a related environment.
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Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels of the business.
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Experience in risk assessments, SSOW, fire safety planning, and contractor management.
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IT literate with good knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
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Strong report-writing and analytical skills.
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Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (multi-site responsibilities).
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First Aid at Work Level 3 qualification.
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Solid understanding of warehousing and transport safety.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary
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Discretionary bonus scheme (twice annually)
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Additional holiday for long service
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Free on-site parking
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