Health and Safety Manager

Our client is a large distribution company who is experiencing real growth in the marketplace and is looking for the services of an enthusiastic Health & Safety Advisor based in the outskirts of Glasgow. You will have experience to motivate and leading the company's existing employees to ensure they understand the importance of H&S culture and be motivated to carry out safe practices.

The successful candidate will identify, coordinate and drive improvements in safety, quality, and productivity, working closely with the Operational Management teams - and will work closely under the guidance of the Head of Safety for the business. You will be educated to a minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate with a couple of years' experience OR have a few years' experience and looking to complete your NEBOSH Certification.

Key Responsibilities:

· Monitor compliance of company policy and procedures
· Investigate accidents / incidents thoroughly and report on findings
· Conduct root cause analysis and identify remedial actions
· Generating and reviewing Risk Assessment & Systems of Work
· Collate statistical information
· Take the lead in small-scale projects
· Manage contractors (approvals, authorisation & permits)
· Participate in delivery of induction materials
· Work alongside an already established supervisory team
· Basic facilities management
· Liaise with Group Health & Safety Manager as required

Candidates should possess the following qualifications and skill set:

· NEBOSH General Certificate or similar preferred
· IOSH membership preferred
· Full driving licence
· Proven track record in an advisory capacity
· Experience in Construction, O&G, Manufacturing or other high-risk environments would be a benefit - but not essential.
· Ability to work under pressure
· Good time management skills
· Good communication skills at all levels
· Good computing skills with the ability to produce quality reports

If interested, please contact me on the below details to discuss your current situation confidentially and if the role might be of interest: -

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