Health and Safety Manager

Stroud, Gloucestershire

Part-Time - 3 Days per week

6 Month Fixed Term Contract

£45,000 Pro Rata

An established and forward-thinking organisation is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to take ownership of their safety function and lead the development of a strong, proactive safety culture across the business.

The Role:

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for implementing, monitoring, and improving health and safety practices across all operational areas. Reporting into senior leadership, you'll play a vital part in ensuring legal compliance, fostering a safe working environment, and engaging all stakeholders in a shared safety vision.

• Develop and implement effective health and safety policies in line with current legislation
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits to assess risks and ensure compliance
• Lead training and awareness initiatives to promote a strong safety culture
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Maintain comprehensive safety records and provide regular reports to leadership
• Engage with employees, subcontractors, and suppliers to align safety standards
• Identify hazards and drive continuous improvement across operations

The Candidate:

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) - essential
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance standards
• Proven experience in a Health and Safety leadership role, ideally in a dynamic or complex environment
• A confident communicator who can influence and lead teams at all levels
• Hands-on and practical, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change where needed