Job Description
Health & Safety Manager
M-Tech Engineering Ltd | Full-Time | Nottingham
Take the lead in creating a safer, stronger and more proactive workplace.
M-Tech Engineering Ltd is looking to recruit an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to lead and develop the Health & Safety function across our business.
As a specialist manufacturer of staircases and balustrades, we operate across a range of activities including joinery, CNC machining, metal fabrication, finishing, warehousing, logistics and installation. We are looking for someone who understands the demands of a busy manufacturing environment and can bring the knowledge, confidence and practical approach needed to make Health & Safety an integral part of everyday operations.
This is an opportunity for an individual who wants to take ownership of Health & Safety, influence positive change and work closely with management and employees at all levels.
The Role
You will take responsibility for leading the company''s day-to-day Health & Safety function, ensuring we meet our legal obligations while continually improving standards, systems and working practices.
You will act as the principal source of Health & Safety advice across the business, working closely with departmental managers and operational teams to develop a positive safety culture based on engagement, accountability and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Leadership
-Lead and manage the company''s Health & Safety function.
- Promote a proactive and positive Health & Safety culture throughout the business.
- Provide professional advice and guidance to managers and employees.
- Develop departmental Health & Safety Champions and encourage ownership at all levels.
Policies, Procedures & Compliance
- Develop, implement and maintain Health & Safety policies and management systems.
- Prepare and review risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
- Maintain compliance with COSHH, PUWER, LOLER and other relevant legislation.
-Oversee RAMS, permit-to-work arrangements and associated documentation.
- Support wider environmental and CSR objectives, including waste management, noise reduction and environmental responsibilities.
Manufacturing & Workshop Safety
- Work closely with Production, Fabrication and Workshop Managers to ensure safe working practices.
- Oversee safety arrangements across joinery, CNC machinery, metal fabrication, finishing and general workshop operations.
- Ensure machinery, equipment and hazardous substances are managed safely.
- Identify practical improvements that reduce risk without compromising production efficiency or quality.
Warehouse, Logistics & Installation
- Oversee Health & Safety arrangements across warehousing, vehicle operations and logistics.
- Ensure safe loading, unloading and transportation procedures.
- Manage Health & Safety requirements for UK and international installation projects.
- Review site-specific risk assessments and installation RAMS.
- Ensure employees, contractors, clients and members of the public are appropriately protected.
Incident Management, Auditing & Reporting
- Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses.
- Identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
- Monitor incident trends and maintain appropriate risk registers.
- Develop and deliver internal inspection and audit programmes.
- Monitor compliance and report Health & Safety performance to senior management.
- Support ISO management systems and external audits where applicable.
Training & Continuous Improvement
- Identify training requirements and monitor employee competency.
- Support employee inductions and deliver or coordinate relevant training.
Coach managers on their Health & Safety responsibilities.
- Drive continuous improvement in safety standards, behaviours and working practices.
What We''re Looking For
Essential Requirements
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional qualification.
- Proven experience in a Health & Safety leadership role within manufacturing, production, logistics or a similar operational environment.
- Excellent knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
- Experience developing and implementing Health & Safety management systems.
- Experience undertaking accident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Confident in preparing and reviewing risk assessments and RAMS.
- Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to influence, coach and build positive relationships with managers and employees.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Health & Safety reporting systems.
- A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to work across different departments.
Desirable Experience
- Chartered or Graduate Membership of IOSH.
- Experience with ISO 9001 and integrated management systems.
- Knowledge of EN 1090.
- Experience within steel fabrication, manufacturing, construction, retail fit-out or installation environments.
- Experience supporting multi-site operations.
- Previous experience managing Health & Safety within a fast-paced engineering or fabrication business.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards and leads by example.
- Is proactive, approachable and confident in challenging unsafe practices.
- Can balance legal compliance with the practical demands of manufacturing.
- Is organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Communicates effectively with everyone from shop-floor employees to senior management.
- Demonstrates integrity, accountability and a genuine commitment to improving workplace safety.
- Is willing to get involved in hands-on operational activities when required.
How Success Will Be Measured
You will be expected to deliver measurable improvements in:
- Legal and regulatory compliance.
- Accident, incident and near-miss reduction.
- Internal and external audit performance.
- Completion of corrective actions.
- Employee training and competency.
- Management ownership and employee engagement.
- Overall safety culture and continuous improvement.
Why Join M-Tech Engineering Ltd?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of an important function within an established and growing engineering and manufacturing business.
You will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference, influence working practices across the organisation and help shape the future of Health & Safety at M-Tech Engineering.
If you are an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for a hands-on leadership role where your knowledge and ideas can make a real difference, we would like to hear from you.
To apply: Please submit your CV and details of your relevant experience to M-Tech Engineering Ltd.