Health And Safety Manager

2 weeks ago


Blackburn, United Kingdom Harbourne Associates Full time

🌟 Health & Safety Lead | Drive Safety Excellence in a Hands-On Role 🌟


My client are a global leading FMCG Business that are known for supplying world class products that support the sport and fitness industry. They have a strong reputation for their high quality range of products trusted by professional athletes right the way through to every day users. They have a brand new facility in Blackburn, and are looking for an experience Health & Safety manager who’s skilled in hands-on management and strategic oversight, committed to embedding safety into every aspect of our work environment. In this role, you’ll not only set our Health and Safety (H&S) agenda but also work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to prioritise safety at every level.


What You’ll Be Doing:


  • Safety Strategy & Implementation – Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive H&S policies, covering everything from risk assessment to hazard control and incident response.
  • Stakeholder Engagement – Communicate performance and proactive measures effectively to senior leadership, influencing H&S priorities and driving change across the organisation.
  • Coaching & Training – Guide managers and empower employees with hands-on training, safety education, and incident-response protocols to ensure everyone feels equipped and confident.
  • Compliance & Auditing – Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation, leading audits, liaising with external agencies, and swiftly responding to incidents to maintain the highest safety standards.


Your Key Responsibilities:


  • Shape and lead our Health & Safety strategy, ensuring all compliance and regulatory requirements are met and proactively identifying areas for improvement.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to uphold safety in high-risk areas, implement preventive measures, and address any gaps in compliance.
  • Serve as the H&S expert, coaching and training teams on safety best practices, emergency response, and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage.
  • Collaborate closely with departments like Quality, Production, and Maintenance to align safety with operations, creating a safety-first culture at every level.


What We’re Looking For:


  • Experience & Expertise – NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent) and ideally, 2-5 years of safety management experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.
  • Strategic Influence – You know how to spot potential hazards, and you’re skilled at guiding the team and influencing leaders to prioritize safety.
  • Strong Communicator & Collaborator – Clear and concise communication skills are key, as you’ll work across departments to drive engagement in safety programs and share updates on safety initiatives.
  • Resilient & Solution-Oriented – You stay calm under pressure, especially in high-stress situations, and approach challenges with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.


What Success Looks Like:


Your impact will be measured through a range of key metrics, including incident rate reduction, training compliance, and engagement in safety programs. We’ll work with you on a personalized performance plan to support your ongoing growth and development, empowering you to excel in this role.


Why Join Us?


Enjoy a dynamic role with competitive benefits including:

  • Up to £55,000 per annum
  • Discretionary bonus opportunities
  • Product discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and birthday day off
  • Employer pension contribution, and more


Location: Blackburn

Type: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week


If you’re an experienced Health & Safety leader ready to drive meaningful impact through strategic planning and hands-on collaboration, we’d love to meet you



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