Health and Safety Manager, MDM Props

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London – £40k-50k – Full time – Joshua Morgan – #Combined arts

Applications are invited for a Health & Safety Manager to join the Operations team at MDM Props. This is a full‑time, permanent position responsible for leading our Health & Safety function and promoting a positive, proactive safety culture across the company.

Based in London, MDM has a global reputation across all aspects of art manufacture, scenic construction, model making, and large‑and small‑scale prop‑making. Our work is deeply collaborative, involving a diverse community of clients and creatives. Every project is developed with clarity, innovation, and a shared passion for making.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant Health & Safety qualification, such as the NEBOSH National General Certificate, NEBOSH Diploma, NCRQ Diploma, or an appropriate NVQ/SVQ Diploma.

A strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practice is essential, including areas such as machinery safety, COSHH, LEV, LOLER, DSE assessments, first aid, fire safety, and accident investigation. You must be capable of communicating clearly and persuasively with staff at all levels, including senior management, and have demonstrable experience leading improvements in workplace safety.

The Health & Safety Manager will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety policies, procedures, and training, ensuring a safe environment for all employees, contractors, guests, and visitors.

• Based at the MDM Props workshop in Greenwich
• Full‑time / 40hrs per week
• Monday‑Friday standard working pattern

• On‑the‑job training and support, with opportunities for further skills development and qualifications.
• A diverse range of unique projects – no two jobs are the same.
• A highly skilled team of makers, creatives, and managers, each with their own specialisms and knowledge to share.
• A strong company culture built on community, communication, and fairness.

• Significant experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally within a manufacturing, workshop, or production environment (preferred but not essential).
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, best practice, and risk management principles.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to engage effectively at all levels of the organisation.
• Motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Positive, solutions‑focused mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification essential; NEBOSH Diploma (or working toward) preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook required).
• First Aid at Work and Fire Marshal certificates preferred (training available if needed).

• Lead the company‑wide Health & Safety strategy, ensuring compliance with legislation and embedding a positive safety culture across all areas of the business.
• Provide expert guidance to the Operations Director, senior management, and departmental leads on Health & Safety matters.
• Oversee annual reviews of Health & Safety, fire safety, and emergency plans.
• Lead monthly safety committee meetings, driving actions, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Develop, implement, and regularly update Health & Safety policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with current legislation and industry best practice.
• Ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements, including machinery safety, COSHH, LEV, LOLER, DSE, fire safety, and first aid.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, external auditors, and insurers as required.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of inspections, risk assessments.

Contact Josh at  with a CV, portfolio (if applicable), and a brief cover letter outlining your ambitions and goals.