Head of Health & Safety

A leading UK manufacturer and distributor with a diverse portfolio of consumer products is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Health & Safety. With multiple operational sites across the country and continued growth, the business is looking for a senior H&S professional to take full ownership of the group-wide health and safety strategy. The Opportunity This is a high-impact role reporting into the Head of Operations. You'll be working across manufacturing and warehousing operations, supporting Site Managers and engaging senior stakeholders to create a strong, consistent safety-first culture across the group. You'll lead the development and implementation of a unified H&S strategy, ensure full legal compliance, manage internal audits, and champion behavioural safety at every level of the business. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a consistent, group-level Health & Safety strategy Support and challenge site leaders to ensure full HSE compliance Lead internal audits and drive continuous improvement Manage and investigate serious incidents and implement corrective actions Oversee and manage H&S claims and relationships with insurers Champion a strong safety-first culture across all levels of the business Deliver monthly campaigns and engagement initiatives Provide coaching and mentoring to operational teams What We're Looking For NEBOSH-qualified (or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior, multi-site H&S role Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and best practices Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environments Ability to influence at all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership Excellent reporting, auditing, and stakeholder management skills Willingness to travel regularly across UK sites Based within approx. 1 hour radius of Manchester What's in It for You Up to £80,000 basic salary (depending on experience) 10% bonus upon completion of probation 24 days holiday + your birthday off Employee life cover (2x basic salary) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Discount gym membership & cycle-to-work scheme Opportunities for progression within a growing UK businessHow to Apply If you're a proactive H&S leader looking for a challenging and rewarding role with true autonomy, apply now with an up to date CV and salary expectations. Be quick!! We are gaining a lot of interest in this role!! (phone number removed)