Health and Safety Manager

Job Description

Health & Safety Manager
Location: Dundonald
Type: Permanent | Full-time

About the Company

A forward-thinking construction and manufacturing firm is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and enhance its environmental, health, and safety practices. With operations spanning joinery manufacturing, fit-out projects, and recycling, the organisation is committed to continued growth and compliance with the highest safety standards.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that places strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and workplace wellbeing.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive and negotiable salary

  • Career development and progression opportunities

  • Modern and supportive working environment

  • Monday to Friday schedule

Role Overview

Reporting directly to senior management, the Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for implementing and maintaining a robust safety culture across multiple business units. This role plays a vital part in ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering continuous improvement in safety and environmental practices across manufacturing, recycling, and site-based operations.

Responsibilities

Compliance and Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM 2015, and other relevant UK legislation

  • Develop and manage Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)

  • Monitor activities involving machinery, hazardous substances, and installations

  • Investigate incidents and near-misses, implement corrective actions

Training and Staff Engagement

  • Deliver tailored health and safety training across departments

  • Conduct toolbox talks and operational briefings

  • Increase awareness of fire safety, dust control, manual handling, and machinery use

Environmental Responsibility

  • Oversee waste segregation, disposal, and recycling practices

  • Support sustainability efforts and energy reduction initiatives

  • Monitor air quality and emissions in joinery facilities and ensure control measures are in place

Monitoring and Reporting

  • Maintain comprehensive health, safety, and environmental documentation

  • Lead internal audits and inspections at manufacturing sites, recycling centres, and project locations

  • Produce regular reports and recommendations for continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in a health and safety leadership role, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or recycling

  • Strong working knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental regulations

  • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage staff at all levels

  • Proven track record of managing safety in operational environments involving machinery and materials

  • NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate is essential

  • Experience with COSHH, ISO standards, and environmental controls is highly desirable

For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves via Vanrath.