Health & Safety Manager

Westmoorerecruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering firm is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with UK legislation. The role involves developing health and safety management systems and leading audits, inspections, and training. Ideal candidates will have strong technical knowledge and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Health & Safety role in engineering, manufacturing, or construction.
• Strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Health & Safety Management System.
• Oversee risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Lead audits and incident investigations.

Skills

Health & Safety Management Systems

Risk Assessments

Compliance with UK legislation

Incident Reporting Tools

Training Delivery

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Health & Safety Diploma

Job description

Shields (Driffield) Ltd is a leading UK engineering and manufacturing business specialising in protective structures and installations. They are committed to innovation, sustainability, and a zero‑harm safety culture across their offices, workshop, yard, and construction sites.

The Role

As Health & Safety Manager, you’ll play a key role in promoting a positive safety culture, ensuring legal compliance, and driving continuous improvement in safety performance. You’ll provide strategic and operational leadership across a varied working environment from engineering and manufacturing to on‑site construction and installation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Health & Safety Management System in line with UK legislation and ISO standards.
• Oversee risk assessments, safe systems of work, and permit‑to‑work procedures.
• Lead audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring robust follow‑up and reporting.
• Deliver training, toolbox talks, and inductions to enhance safety awareness.
• Drive engagement in safety initiatives and champion continuous improvement.
• Support environmental management practices aligned with sustainability and net‑zero goals.
• Advise leadership teams on H&S best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Work collaboratively with managers, supervisors, and external contractors to maintain safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

About You

A hands‑on, collaborative professional with strong technical knowledge and the ability to influence and engage at all levels of the business.

Essential

• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) or equivalent; Diploma preferred.
• At least 5 years experience in a Health & Safety role within engineering, manufacturing, or construction.
• Strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with safety management systems (SMS), risk assessments, and incident reporting tools.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Chartered or working towards CMIOSH.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience in contractor management, environmental safety, and well‑being programmes.
• Leadership or management training certification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• The chance to make a measurable impact in a company that values safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Why Join Shields (Driffield) Ltd

At Shields, safety isn’t just compliance – it’s culture. You’ll have the autonomy and influence to shape safety standards across diverse, technically challenging environments. If you’re passionate about protecting people, driving performance, and embedding lasting change, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Becki Moore at Westmoore Recruitment for more information.