H&S Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Salary: £50,000-£55,000 + Bonus

Location:

Wolverhampton

Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to join our Management Team and lead the continued development of a strong safety‑first culture across our business.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident H&S professional with manufacturing or industrial experience who is passionate about compliance, continuous improvement, and creating a safe working environment for all employees and visitors.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Health & Safety Manager will take full ownership of the company's H&S function, ensuring compliance with UK legislation while driving best practice across all areas of the business.

You will play a key role in maintaining safe and compliant facilities, leading investigations, managing risk assessments, overseeing environmental initiatives, and supporting operational excellence through effective HSE systems and processes.

• Lead and maintain the company's Health & Safety function to a high standard
• Ensure compliance across all premises in line with UK legislation, customer requirements, and quality accreditations
• Develop, improve, and maintain H&S procedures and reporting systems
• Manage accident reporting and near‑miss investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Carry out and maintain risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and method statements
• Deliver H&S inductions and coordinate employee safety training across the business
• Produce regular HSE dashboards, KPI reports, and weekly Board reports
• Support and maintain environmental impact reduction initiatives
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and operational H&S standards
• Prepare and present documentation for internal and external audits
• Monitor facilities and working practices to ensure ongoing compliance
• Maintain accurate H&S records and compliance documentation across all systems
• Ensure First Aid and PPE requirements are fully compliant and effectively managed

We are looking for a hands‑on and engaging H&S professional who can influence at all levels of the organisation and drive continuous improvement.

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or Diploma) in Occupational Health & Safety
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar H&S management role
• Experience with in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation including RIDDOR, PUWER, and DSEAR
• Experience conducting risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and accident investigations
• Experience delivering H&S training and coaching across all levels
• Strong reporting, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail with a proactive approach to risk management
• Experience supporting internal and external H&S audits

• IOSH Managing Safely
• Experience implementing or maintaining ISO 14001
• Experience working with environmental agencies or regulators

• Competitive salary of £50,000-£55,000
• Bonus scheme
• Opportunity to shape and influence company-wide H&S culture
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment
• Long‑term career development opportunities

If you are a driven Health & Safety professional looking to make a real impact within a growing business, we would love to hear from you.