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Health & Safety Manager
Job in
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-02
Listing for:
FMCG executive network
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-02
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Healthcare Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our central Health & Safety team. In this key role, you will provide expert guidance and leadership to promote a safety-first culture across our business, moving beyond compliance to genuine care.
You will act as a trusted advisor and “critical friend” to operational teams, driving continuous improvement in safety standards and behaviours. This is a highly visible role requiring a strong on-site presence, working across shifts and departments to ensure safety is owned by everyone.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and promote a proactive, safety-first culture across assigned sites.
* Provide expert advice and support to operational management teams.
* Conduct regular safety walks, audits, and peer reviews across multiple locations.
* Investigate incidents, complete RIDDOR reporting, and drive corrective actions.
* Deliver and evaluate health and safety training, coaching teams at all levels.
* Ensure compliance with legislation, company policy, and best practice standards.
* Support continuous improvement through data analysis and risk-based decision-making.
* Build strong, collaborative relationships across all functions and sites.
About You
Essential:
* NEBOSH Level 5 Diploma (or equivalent).
* Chartered Member of IOSH (or working towards).
* Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within operational environments, ideally food manufacturing, agriculture, or distribution.
* Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, RIDDOR, and auditing.
* Excellent communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
* Pragmatic and solutions-focused, with strong time management and autonomy.
* Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office, document control systems).
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.
Desirable:
* Internal Auditor qualification (ISOor equivalent).
* Experience with behavioural safety programmes and peer review processes.
* Background in food manufacturing.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine impact in a business that places safety, integrity, and teamwork at the heart of everything we do. You will play a vital role in shaping a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility — ensuring that every colleague goes home safe, every day
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