Health & Safety | Integrated Management Systems | Manufacturing & Renewable Energy

A fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a progressive, growing business.

one2one Recruitment is delighted to be exclusively representing an established, successful and forward-thinking organisation operating within the manufacturing, renewable energy and environmental services sectors.

With substantial operational facilities, continued investment and exciting plans for further development, our client is looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Health, Safety & IMS Manager to play a key role in maintaining and improving its operational safety standards and integrated management systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, commercially aware Health & Safety professional who enjoys being involved in the day-to-day operation of a business rather than simply managing compliance from behind a desk.

If you're someone who likes to get out onto the shop floor, engage with people, solve problems and genuinely influence how a business operates, this could be exactly the opportunity you're looking for.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of SHEQ, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of Health & Safety and the organisation's Integrated Management System (IMS).

Working closely with operational managers, engineering teams and other stakeholders, you'll help maintain a positive safety culture, ensure robust compliance and support the introduction of new processes, equipment and facilities.

You'll be joining an organisation with established, certified management systems already in place, giving you the opportunity to build on strong foundations while introducing improvements of your own.

This is a hands-on, site-based management position offering genuine responsibility, variety and the opportunity to make a visible impact.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Management

• Develop, implement and continually improve Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
• Provide practical, day-to-day support and guidance to operational teams and site managers.
• Lead risk assessments, including COSHH, DSEAR and manual handling, while overseeing permit-to-work procedures and contractor safety.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Manage RIDDOR reporting and ensure compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation.
• Conduct site inspections, deliver toolbox talks and promote positive safety engagement throughout the business.
• Support Health & Safety requirements for new equipment, facilities and projects, including CDM considerations.

Integrated Management Systems

• Take day-to-day ownership of the organisation's established Integrated Management System.
• Maintain and develop systems certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Manage document control, ensuring policies, procedures, records and registers remain accurate, current and compliant.
• Support the introduction of additional standards and certifications as the business develops.
• Manage non-conformances, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain digital SHEQ systems, performance reporting and management review documentation.

Auditing & Compliance

• Coordinate and maintain the internal audit programme across operational sites and departments.
• Conduct systems, process and compliance audits, ensuring findings are addressed effectively.
• Support external certification, customer and regulatory audits.
• Maintain relevant legal registers and monitor changes in legislation and compliance requirements.
• Work collaboratively with managers to ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Oversee Health & Safety training records and competence management systems.
• Support departmental managers with training, inductions and compliance requirements.
• Deliver specialist safety training and awareness activities where appropriate.
• Support the Head of SHEQ in delivering the wider SHEQ strategy and deputise when required.

About You

We're looking for a capable, confident and approachable Health & Safety professional who combines technical knowledge with a genuinely practical approach.

You'll be comfortable working in a busy operational environment, building relationships with colleagues and taking ownership of the systems and processes that keep a business safe and compliant.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• NEBOSH General Certificate — essential.
• Proven Health & Safety experience within manufacturing, engineering, energy, waste management or another process-driven environment.
• Experience managing or maintaining ISO-certified integrated management systems.
• A strong understanding of risk assessments, safe systems of work, permit-to-work and incident investigation.
• Practical experience of internal auditing, document control and compliance management.
• A sound working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, with an appreciation of environmental and quality standards.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with operational teams, senior managers, contractors and auditors.
• A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.

A NEBOSH Diploma, or working towards one, TechIOSH/CMIOSH status and ISO Internal or Lead Auditor qualifications would be advantageous.

A full driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK are required.

The Package

• Salary circa £50,000, depending on experience.
• Life assurance.
• Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Employee well-being support.
• An established and supportive management structure.
• The opportunity to work within an innovative, growing and environmentally focused organisation.
• Genuine scope to influence operational standards, improve systems and contribute to future developments.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for a role where you can get involved, take ownership and make a genuine difference, we'd be delighted to hear from you.