Health & Safety Manager
Chadderton, Greater Manchester - Permanent

Can you get people on board with safety and turn requirements into practical improvements on the factory floor?

Major Recruitment is recruiting a Health & Safety Manager for an established manufacturing business in Chadderton.

Reporting to the QHSE Manager, you''ll take day-to-day ownership of site safety within a wider QHSE team. This is a visible, hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with production teams, building relationships and helping people work safely.

The role

• Own and develop site risk assessments, safe systems of work and safety procedures.

• Carry out inspections and audits, working with managers to close out actions.

• Investigate incidents and near misses, identify root causes and manage RIDDOR reporting where required.

• Deliver training, toolbox talks and employee safety communications.

• Chair site safety meetings and encourage meaningful employee involvement.

• Monitor performance and turn findings into practical improvements.

• Work with colleagues across the group to share learning and good practice.

About you

You''ll have practical H&S experience within manufacturing and be comfortable spending time on the shop floor.

Aerospace experience would be welcome, although backgrounds in automotive, food, pharmaceutical, medical devices or other manufacturing environments are also relevant.

You''ll understand risk assessment, incident investigation, COSHH and machinery-related risks, with the confidence to challenge constructively and work with managers to find effective solutions.

An established H&S Manager or an experienced manufacturing H&S Adviser or Officer ready to step up could suit this position. Relevant qualifications are welcome, but strong practical experience is central, and further qualifications can be supported.

Interested? Apply with your CV