Health & Safety Manager
About the Role
Harmonics Recruitment is working on behalf of a client to hire an experienced and proactive Health & Safety professional. This role will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of health, safety, and environmental compliance within a manufacturing environment.
It is a key position focused on ensuring regulatory compliance, promoting a strong safety culture, and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.
Manufacturing experience is essential.
Experience Requirements
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a comparable Health and safety Role.
- Demonstrable success in managing Health and Safety compliance and regulatory adherence.
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Quality Management, or a related field
- Professional certifications such as NEBOSH or ISO Lead Auditor are highly desirable
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure strict adherence to H& S protocols in line with organisational permits and licensing requirements.
- Actively liaise with local governance bodies and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- Oversee and streamline incident reporting mechanisms, guaranteeing swift communication both internally and with relevant external bodies such as the Health & Safety Authority, and insurers.
- Produce and deliver systematic compliance assessments.
- Conduct regular audits, safety checks, and environmental assessments to uphold quality standards.
- Facilitate and manage the logistics for external training workshops as required.
- Encourage open dialogue between leadership and staff pertaining to all safety matters.
- Continuously evaluate and refine organisational safety protocols and risk mitigation strategies.
- Provide robust support to the management team via effective communication pathways.
- Maintain and organize comprehensive documentation and records with precision.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong and focused hands-on experience in Health and Safety management and compliance.
- In-depth knowledge of ISO standards.
- Meticulous attention to detail with strong focus on organisational details.
- Adept at crafting environmental reports and interfacing with regulatory entities.
Personal Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
- High level of IT proficiency and administrative capability
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
- Reliable, professional, and demonstrates integrity at all times
