Health and Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Vickerstock are proud to be working in partnership with a leading engineering and manufacturing company to recruit a Health & Safety Manager for their Northern Ireland operation. Reporting to senior management, the successful candidate will take ownership of all Health & Safety activities across the site, ensuring compliance with legislation, promoting a positive safety culture, and supporting operational excellence throughout the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the company’s Health & Safety strategy.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation and industry standards.
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve Health & Safety policies, procedures and management systems.
• Carry out risk assessments and ensure appropriate control measures are implemented.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure safe working practices are maintained.
• Monitor and report on Health & Safety performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Deliver Health & Safety training and awareness initiatives across the business.
• Support managers and supervisors in promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Manage contractor safety and ensure compliance with site requirements.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and response procedures.
• Liaise with external agencies, auditors and regulatory bodies as required.
• Keep up to date with legislative changes and industry best practice.

What you will need to succeed

• NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6) or equivalent Health & Safety qualification is essential.
• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Manager or Senior Health & Safety position within an engineering, manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience carrying out risk assessments, audits and incident investigations.
• Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working with Health & Safety management systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Desirable

• Experience within heavy engineering, fabrication, aerospace, precision engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience supporting environmental compliance activities.

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