VickerStock
Health and Safety Manager
VickerStock, Madison, Wisconsin, United States,
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Vickerstock are working in partnership with a food manufacturing firm on the appointment of a
Health & Safety Manager . Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
As the Health & Safety Manager, you will ensure all site personnel adhere to Safe Systems of Work, comply with relevant legislation, and follow established safety policies. You will promote a strong Health & Safety culture and have experience in driving behavioural change.
In your new role:
Manage the Health and Safety budget
Oversee the site's Health and Safety program, ensuring legal compliance and ongoing improvement
Keep all risk assessments and safe work systems current and applicable to site operations
Maintain the site's Health and Safety systems
Conduct specialised risk assessments, such as Manual Handling, COSHH, and DSE, to mitigate risks in line with standards, commercial, and legislative requirements
Ensure appropriate training and safety measures are evaluated and provided
Prepare Health and Safety reports and lead monthly Health and Safety management review meetings
Support site maintenance teams to ensure completion of statutory inspections, current PPM programs, and safe machinery use in compliance with legislative requirements
Actively assist in monitoring on-site contractors and controlling the Permit to Work System
Oversee emergency procedures and site fire safety arrangements according to fire safety policy and risk assessment
Monitor and report incidents classified under RIDDOR to the HSA and handle any resulting correspondence
Perform business risk analysis and approve all site-related risk assessments with line management support, making commercially sound recommendations to reduce risks
Assist the Site Training Coordinator in sourcing training based on needs assessments, particularly health and safety training, and deliver in-house health and safety programs as needed
Monitor compliance and conduct audits
Lead all communications with external authorities
Ensure accurate implementation and investigation of accidents/incidents to identify root causes and prevention
What you will need to succeed:
NEBOSH qualification or equivalent
At least 3 years of experience in Health & Safety Management within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations in NI and ROI
Background in managing health and safety in multi-site organisations
Demonstrated ability in influencing, coaching, communication, and time management
Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications
Driving on-site Health & Safety initiatives
Ability to perform effectively under pressure and with a solutions-oriented mindset
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):
FMCG experience preferred
Understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing
For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with
Sam Geddis , our Health and Safety Specialist today.
Skills:Health and Safety, SHEQ, EHS, HSE, Food Manufacturing Manager
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Vickerstock are working in partnership with a food manufacturing firm on the appointment of a
Health & Safety Manager . Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
As the Health & Safety Manager, you will ensure all site personnel adhere to Safe Systems of Work, comply with relevant legislation, and follow established safety policies. You will promote a strong Health & Safety culture and have experience in driving behavioural change.
In your new role:
Manage the Health and Safety budget
Oversee the site's Health and Safety program, ensuring legal compliance and ongoing improvement
Keep all risk assessments and safe work systems current and applicable to site operations
Maintain the site's Health and Safety systems
Conduct specialised risk assessments, such as Manual Handling, COSHH, and DSE, to mitigate risks in line with standards, commercial, and legislative requirements
Ensure appropriate training and safety measures are evaluated and provided
Prepare Health and Safety reports and lead monthly Health and Safety management review meetings
Support site maintenance teams to ensure completion of statutory inspections, current PPM programs, and safe machinery use in compliance with legislative requirements
Actively assist in monitoring on-site contractors and controlling the Permit to Work System
Oversee emergency procedures and site fire safety arrangements according to fire safety policy and risk assessment
Monitor and report incidents classified under RIDDOR to the HSA and handle any resulting correspondence
Perform business risk analysis and approve all site-related risk assessments with line management support, making commercially sound recommendations to reduce risks
Assist the Site Training Coordinator in sourcing training based on needs assessments, particularly health and safety training, and deliver in-house health and safety programs as needed
Monitor compliance and conduct audits
Lead all communications with external authorities
Ensure accurate implementation and investigation of accidents/incidents to identify root causes and prevention
What you will need to succeed:
NEBOSH qualification or equivalent
At least 3 years of experience in Health & Safety Management within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations in NI and ROI
Background in managing health and safety in multi-site organisations
Demonstrated ability in influencing, coaching, communication, and time management
Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications
Driving on-site Health & Safety initiatives
Ability to perform effectively under pressure and with a solutions-oriented mindset
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):
FMCG experience preferred
Understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing
For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with
Sam Geddis , our Health and Safety Specialist today.
Skills:Health and Safety, SHEQ, EHS, HSE, Food Manufacturing Manager
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