Health and Safety Manager

Location: Plymouth

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are delighted to be partnering exclusively with an industry-leading technology manufacturer to recruit a skilled and proactive Health and Safety Manager for their cutting-edge facility in Plymouth. This organisation operates at the forefront of advanced manufacturing and innovation, offering a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and safeguarding a complex production environment.

The Role

This is a critical leadership position responsible for managing all aspects of health and safety across a high-tech, cleanroom-based manufacturing site. You will drive continuous improvement, ensure legal compliance, and foster a culture where safety is embedded in every process. This role is ideally suited to a health and safety professional with experience in environments involving hazardous substances or high-tech manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the site’s health and safety management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation, particularly around COSHH and the safe handling of hazardous chemicals and gases.
• Design and deliver engaging health and safety training across all levels of the organisation.
• Coordinate emergency response planning, including simulations and liaison with external emergency services.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and prepare reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and facilities teams to embed safe practices in all areas of site activity.

Candidate Profile

• NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma or NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
• IOSH membership at Tech IOSH level or higher.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a health and safety role within manufacturing or a similar high-technology environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK safety legislation and best practices, with specific experience in hazardous materials management.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Confident working independently and influencing safety culture at all levels of the organisation.

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact within a forward-thinking, technically advanced business. You’ll join a supportive team environment and be given the autonomy to lead safety strategy in a company committed to operational excellence and innovation.