Job Description

Health, Safety and Facilities Manager
Supporting a forward thinking international manufacturing Group with its European base in South Wales we are seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety and Facilities Manager to lead the safety strategy and oversee all aspects of facilities management across our sites.
This is both a strategic and hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about maintaining and continuing to develop high standards in both safety and operational excellence.
Health & Safety

• Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures in line with UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice (e.g. HASAWA, RIDDOR, COSHH).

• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near-misses, and implement preventative actions.

• Maintain and report H&S metrics; ensure site compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

• Deliver H&S training and inductions for employees and contractors.

• Act as the site's primary point of contact for regulatory bodies such as the HSE.

• Line-manage the Health & Safety Advisor, supporting professional development and performance.

• Ensure full compliance with environmental legislation and internal environmental policies.

• Lead initiatives for energy reduction, waste management, recycling, pollution prevention, and environmental sustainability.

• Maintain and enhance ISO 14001 or similar Environmental Management Systems.

• Monitor environmental KPIs and support environmental reporting for corporate and statutory purposes.

• Support Lean initiatives where required across the business

• Oversee day-to-day facilities operations, including the management of third-party contractors (e.g., cleaning, maintenance, security, waste).

• Ensure facilities contracts are monitored, reviewed, and delivered to agreed SLAs and KPIs.

• Support planning and delivery of site upgrades, space planning, and workplace improvement projects.

• Ensure statutory inspections, planned maintenance, and service schedules are completed and compliant.

• Manage the facilities budget and ensure cost-effective operations.

• Partner with the Head of HR and other senior stakeholders to embed a culture of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.

• Work with the Senior Management Team to ensure the company complies with all legal and statutory duties in regard to Environmental, Health, Safety & Facilities.

• Contribute to business continuity planning and emergency preparedness.

• Keep up to date with legislative and industry changes affecting EHS and facilities.

• Carry out all other essential relevant duties as required.

Person Specification

• Substantial experience in a similar Health & Safety and Facilities leadership role

• NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent)

• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH)

• In-depth knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and regulatory compliance

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Proven experience managing multiple sites and/or large facilities operations

• Experience in contract and budget management

• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with a range of stakeholders

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