Health & Safety Manager - Banbridge

VANRATH is delighted to be partnering with a leading company based in Northern Ireland, who are keen to appoint a Health & Safety Manager on a full-time permanent basis.

Can be based in Newtownabbey or Banbridge.

The Role

The HSE Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive safety and environmental programs to ensure a safe and compliant workplace within our manufacturing and assembly facilities. This role involves monitoring regulatory compliance, minimising workplace hazards, promoting a culture of safety, and ensuring environmental standards are met or exceeded.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) functions within the Manufacturing and Assembly, Commercial M&E, or Building Services sectors. The candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to implement, maintain, and continuously improve robust HSE programs across large-scale, complex manufacturing and assembly operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and programs aligned with legal requirements, industry standards, and client expectations for manufacturing and assembly operations across multiple sites.
• Team Development and Leadership:
• Identify, recruit, and onboard qualified Health and Safety Officers to build a competent and motivated HSE team aligned with company values and project demands.
• Design and implement ongoing training programs to enhance the technical skills, regulatory knowledge, and leadership capabilities of Health and Safety Officers, ensuring they stay current with industry best practices and legal requirements.

The Person

Essential

• Health and Safety Manager or Senior experience in relevant industry
• Experience in leading, developing, and managing a team of HSE Officers or similar professionals
• NEBOSH
• Comprehensive knowledge of local, national, and international HSE regulations and standards relevant to manufacturing and assembly operations
• Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA standards, and environmental compliance requirements. Relevant certifications such as NEBOSH or International Diploma and equivalent environmental qualifications.

The Package

A highly competitive salary + full package.

For further information on this exclusive Health & Safety vacancy, please contact Jack