Health And Safety Manager

Our client is a national fitout contractor working on a strong pipeline of projects moving into the New Year. They are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health and Safety Manager to join our team based out of the North East. If you have a passion for maintaining and improving workplace safety standards, we want to hear from you.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Development and Implementation: Establish, manage, and review Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local and national regulations.
2. Risk Assessment: Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits to ensure the identification of potential hazards.
3. Training: Organise and deliver Health and Safety training sessions for employees and contractors to ensure understanding and adherence to safety protocols.
4. Incident Management: Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and unsafe working conditions, providing recommendations for corrective actions.
5. Reporting: Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on Health and Safety activities.
6. Liaison: Work closely with site managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure that safety standards are consistently met.
7. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest in Health and Safety regulations and best practices, implementing changes as necessary.
8. Emergency Preparedness: Develop, maintain, and practice emergency response plans.
9. Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and safe operation of Health and Safety equipment.
10. Stakeholder Communication: Represent the company at external Health and Safety forums, meetings, and events to stay updated and maintain the company's reputation in the sector.

Qualifications:

• A NEBOSH Diploma is preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience in a Health and Safety role, ideally within the fitout or construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the use of relevant IT systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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