Health & Safety Manager

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Century House Brunel Road Wakefield 41 Industrial Estate, United Kingdom

£48,000 - £54000 (Depending on experience)

July 7, 2026

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<div class="feature-text"><h2>About the job</h2><div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;word-spacing:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;margin:0px;padding:0px;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Segoe UI', 'Segoe UI Web', Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:12px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">We are looking for an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to support our Manufacturing, Logistics operations, including Printcraft, Warehousing, and the Support Centre.<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> This is a highly influential role where you will partner with leaders and teams across the business to embed a strong safety culture, improve performance, and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation. You’ll play a key role in shaping our H&S strategy, driving engagement at all levels, and enabling continuous improvement across our operations.<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> You will also act as a deputy to the Head of Group H&S when required, providing leadership and guidance across the wider function.<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> What You’ll Be Doing<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> <ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;list-style-type:disc;margin-left:0px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Designing and delivering engaging, practical H&S training in collaboration with our Learning & Development team</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Driving compliance by improving visibility of H&S standards, processes, and training completion</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Developing innovative tools and approaches to simplify compliance and improve performance</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Engaging and influencing senior leaders using clear, meaningful H&S data and insights</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Reviewing and enhancing H&S and wellbeing policies, ensuring consistent implementation</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Monitoring changes in legislation and recommending appropriate, pragmatic actions</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Leading robust risk management, incident investigation, and claims processes aligned to group standards</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Promoting a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and safe behaviours</li></ul><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> What We’re Looking For<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> <ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Proven experience within Manufacturing and/or Logistics environments</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Strong working knowledge of health & safety legislation, risk management, and compliance frameworks</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Experience influencing stakeholders and driving behavioural change at all levels</li></ul></div><div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;word-spacing:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;margin:0px;padding:0px;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Segoe UI', 'Segoe UI Web', Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:12px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Ability to translate data into actionable insights that improve business performance</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong communication skills</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Passion for wellbeing and creating safer workplaces</li></ul><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> Qualifications (or equivalent):<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> <ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;list-style-type:disc;margin-left:0px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or working towards)</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Chartered Member IOSH – CMIOSH</li></ul><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> Why Join Us?<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> <ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;list-style-type:disc;margin-left:0px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Opportunity to shape and influence H&S strategy across key operational areas</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Work with senior stakeholders and make a visible impact on business performance</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement</li><li style="font-size:inherit;margin-left:24px;">A role with real scope for growth, development, and leadership exposure</li></ul><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> Apply Now<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> If you’re an experienced H&S professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic Manufacturing & Logistics environment, we’d love to hear from you.<span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);"> <span style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-size:11px;line-height:16.1875px;font-family:'Open Sans', 'Open SansEmbeddedFont', 'Open SansMSFontService', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(198,198,198);border-color:rgb(198,198,198);">#priorityindeednr</div></div><a href="https://careers.cfjobs.co.uk/members/?j=32085&lang=en&" class="btn btn-apply apply_bottom">Apply</a>