Health & Safety Manager

We are currently seeking a Health & Safety Manager to join the Regal Leisure Homes team at our manufacturing facility in Ringwood, Dorset.

Job Title: Health & Safety Manager

Responsible to: Senior Health & Safety manager and Regal Director of Production

Hours of Work: 40 hours Monday-Friday

Place of Work: This position is based in Ferndown, Dorset but may involve travel from time to time

Main Purpose of Job

Provide operational EH&S Support to the Ferndown factory

Areas of Support

• Work alongside the Factory Manager and Group EH&S Manager (remote-based) to build a culture where H&S engagement becomes second nature amongst the workforce and our environmental agenda is delivered
• Maintain a safe working environment, through instruction, information and training
• Ensure that all Company Health & Safety policies, procedures and rules are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated
• Inspect the site periodically reporting to management any deficiencies identified to maintain safety standards
• Review / create risk assessments in line with current business activities
• Ensure that all incidents are documented, investigated and any improvements implemented
• Contribute to the development and improvement of Company Health & Safety procedures
• Deliver statutory health & safety training to all employees including regular 'Toolbox Talks'
• Provide regular reports to the Group EH&S Manager and local management
• General facilities management including alarm maintenance, waste management & equipment and plant management

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years previous H&S experience
• Understanding of environmental legislation
• A good understanding of/experience in Park Home/Lodge manufacturing and/or wood mill machinery and crane requirements would be an advantage
• IOSH certification required, NEBOSH preferred
• Strong facilitator with drive, focus and good admin skills
• Able to engage at all levels
• Willing to learnComfortable with accountability.