Health and Safety Manager

Health and Safety Manager 52,000 LeylandDays Only (Mon-Fri)gap technical are seeking an experienced, proactive Head of Health and Safety to provide strategic leadership and drive continuous improvement across one of clients organisations. This is a pivotal role with responsibility for setting and maintaining high health and safety standards, ensuring full legislative compliance, and embedding a robust, proactive safety culture across all operations.Performance ObjectivesLead and continually develop the site''s Health and Safety strategy, policies, and procedures.Ensure compliance with all UK Health and Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, DSEAR, COSHH, RIDDOR, and related food sector safety requirementsConduct and oversee risk assessments covering machinery, manual handling, chemicals, DSE, noise and warehouse operationsManage and oversee all liability claims (employee, employer, and public), working closely with insurers, legal advisors, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely responses, and effective resolutionLead accident and incident investigations, ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actionsOversee contractor management and ensure compliance with permit to work systems and safe systems of workMaintain emergency preparedness across fire safety, first aid, spill response and evacuation proceduresCarry out safety audits, inspections and toolbox talksProvide expert advice and guidance to managers and ..... full job details .....