Health & Safety Manager

Location: Stoke-on-Trent (Hybrid - 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home)
Rate: £475-£500 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: Initial 6-month interim contract with the intention to recruit permanently

We are recruiting for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a public sector organisation on an initial 6-month interim contract, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent position.

This is a key leadership role focused on reviewing, modernising and strengthening the organisation's Health & Safety framework. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping future Health & Safety governance, improving policies and processes, and embedding a consistent approach across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities of the Health and Safety Manager

• Review and refresh the organisation's Health & Safety governance framework, ensuring it reflects current operational requirements, including the integration of the Repairs & Maintenance function.
• Review governance arrangements, including Terms of Reference, working groups and reporting to the Senior Management Team.
• Promote and embed Health & Safety best practice across the organisation.
• Review and update all Health & Safety policies and procedures to ensure they are current, compliant and aligned across the organisation.
• Assess the current Health & Safety training programme and implement improvements to ensure it meets the organisation's evolving needs.
• Develop a new operating model for Health & Safety, clearly defining roles and responsibilities, with a centralised Health & Safety team supported by operational leads across services.
• Create a forward programme of Health & Safety audits and reviews to drive continuous improvement and compliance.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to senior stakeholders, helping to build a positive and proactive Health & Safety culture.

About You

You'll have:

• Proven experience in a senior Health & Safety leadership role.
• A strong track record of reviewing and improving Health & Safety governance, policies and organisational structures.
• In-depth knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Experience leading organisational change and implementing new Health & Safety frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience within the public sector, housing, property or another highly regulated environment would be advantageous.

If you are interested in the role and feel like you would be a good fit, please apply or for more information contact Josh Meek at Sellick Partnership Ltd - Derby office

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