Head of Health and Safety / Compliance

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Health and Safety / Compliance Manager to join our leadership team at a well-known manufacturing business. This is a pivotal role responsible for driving a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and maintaining our ISO accreditation standards.The successful candidate will be both a strategic leader and a hands-on operator, capable of influencing at all levels of the business while also engaging directly with employees, customers, and auditors.Key Responsibilities Lead the development and implementation of health, safety, and compliance strategies across the business.Ensure compliance with all relevant UK/EU legislation, industry regulations, and company policies.Manage and maintain ISO accreditations (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), ensuring audits are well-prepared and successfully delivered.Conduct risk assessments, audits, and inspections, driving continuous improvement in safety performance.Develop and deliver effective training programmes to enhance safety awareness across the workforce.Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and share learnings to prevent reoccurrence.Work closely with senior leadership to integrate safety and compliance into operational excellence initiatives.Act as the key point of contact for customers, regulators, and external auditors on health, safety, and compliance matters.Provide clear, timely reporting to the leadership team on ..... full job details .....