Head of Health and Safety

Overview

W Talent Manufacturing and Engineering are supporting a market leading Manufacturing company based in Redditch to find a Head of Health and Safety. This business is dedicated to delivering high-quality products to various industries and have seen significant growth with more to come this year. The Head of Health and Safety will join the site senior leadership team and be imperative on supporting all functions of the organisation on their commitment to Safety. Our customer is one of the biggest growth manufacturing brands in the last few years across the UK and this is a genuinely exciting times to join the business.

Job Role

W Talent Manufacturing and Engineering are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Head of Health and Safety Manager to lead a small team and drive a successful behavioural change programme. This role is working on site in a fast-paced high hazard environment based in Redditch. The role requires a highly qualified, passionate Safety Leader with a proven track record in supporting a Manufacturing organisation in technical and strategic safety improvements and support the business on prioritising workflow to gain the best result across the whole facility

Key Responsibilities

• Health and Safety Strategy: Develop and implement a health and safety strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives, ensuring a proactive and prevention-based approach.
• Regulatory Compliance: Act as the point of contact for the HSE Inspectors, facilitating site inspections and reviews. Stay up-to-date with relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards, and ensure the facility's compliance with all relevant laws.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct and review risk assessments, including hazard identification and process safety assessments, to mitigate potential health and safety risks.
• Training and Education: Create and deliver health and safety training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring a culture of safety awareness and competence.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations of workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid future recurrences.
• Health and Safety Reporting: Prepare regular health and safety reports for senior management and regulatory authorities, providing insights and recommendations.
• Audits and Inspections: Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess compliance, identify areas for improvement, and track progress.
• Safety Culture: Foster a strong safety culture by promoting employee engagement, feedback, and participation in safety initiatives.
• Environmental Compliance: Maintain the ISO 14001 management system, working with site teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals.

Qualifications and Person Specification

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent - minimum expectation
• Proven experience working as part of a Senior Leadership team
• A background in a Fast Paced, Process or Chemical manufacturing environment is preferred
• Lead Auditor would be advantageous
• Knowledgeable in compliance and systems - ISO45001, ISO14001 etc
• Significant experience in management, engaging with the full work force
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement

What's on Offer

• 60,000- 70,000 plus benefits
• To be truly accountable for the safety change within a forward-thinking business