Health And Safety Manager in Fareham

Williams Trade Supplies is a successful and expanding independent plumbing and heating merchant with over 50 branches predominantly in the South of England with outliers in Bristol, Manchester, and Milton Keynes.

The role of the Health & Safety Manager will appeal to an energetic and enthusiastic person who is keen to make a difference. This role is about improving safety in our working environment, we want everyone to go home in the same condition that they came to work.

We are looking for an active leader who strives to improve workplace safety, through visiting our sites and distribution centres. Participates actively in colleague forums and can lead the way in best practice changes. This role isn’t for someone just interested in driving around and ticking a few boxes, we are looking for an individual to apply good common sense to health and safety and who can identify and implement practical solutions to mitigate risks, whilst engaging and coaching colleagues to make them aware of their responsibilities for keeping themselves and their colleagues safe.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Overall responsibility and compliance of the Company’s H&S Policy, ensure staff are aware of the importance and follow safety protocols and guidelines.
• Advise and coach staff on all aspects of Health & Safety.
• Implement practical and effective methods, both preventative and remedial, of promoting health and safety and safe working practices in the workplace.
• Conduct internal and compliance H&S audits of all sites; report on findings and manage issue log through to completion.
• Manage, report, and investigate all incidents and accidents, (including R.I.D.D.O.R).

Role requirements:

• NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma.
• NEBOSH Fire Safety.
• 5 years management experience in Health and Safety.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Proactive and self-sufficient.
• Strong teamwork and influencing skills.
• The ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a range of people.

It is anticipated, that 50% of the duties for this role, will be undertaken by visiting our branches and various other locations. Which will require travel and some overnight stays. Due to the role covering the health & safety for multi-sites, the post holder must have a current driving licence.

As well as working for a company listed for 4 years running on the ‘Top 100 Best Companies to Work For’, you can expect:

• A salary of up to £46,000
• 40 hours working week
• Company vehicle
• 33 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service (pro rata)
• Training and development opportunities specific to you
• Private medical insurance for the whole family
• Discounted shopping platform
• Discounted gym membership
• Contributory pension scheme
• Company discount on our products
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• Car leasing and cycle-to-work schemes