Average Health Safety salary in the UK

Health & Safety Manager (with Environmental Responsibilities)Salary: £65,000 DOE + £5280 Car allowance + non-contractual bonus up to 5%.Hours: Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week (7:30am-6:00pm flexibility required, including occasional night shift cover)We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established FMCG food manufacturing business for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of site safety across two manufacturing locations in East London.What you'll be doing:Health & Safety (primary focus):Leading all aspects of site health and safety management across multiple manufacturing locationsEnsuring compliance with key legislation including PUWER, Working at Height, Confined Space, Legionella, DSEAR, Fire Safety, COSHH, and Manual HandlingActing as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies including the HSE and Fire AuthorityOwning and managing the risk assessment programme across all business areasInvestigating accidents, incidents, and near misses - implementing corrective actions and managing RIDDOR submissionsChairing H&S meetings and driving completion of actions at all levelsConducting safety management system audits and managing insurance compliance requirements including Written SchemesSupporting HR with health surveillance, occupational health clinics, and health capability assessmentsEnvironmental (desirable experience):Monitoring and reporting on energy usage and driving reduction initiativesMaintaining statutory and corporate environmental reportingSupporting the development and continual improvement of the Environmental Management SystemContributing to the company's sustainability agendaWhat we're looking for:A strong engineering or manufacturing background is essential - this role requires someone who understands industrial operations, can credibly engage with site teams, and has practical experience managing the hazards that come with a complex manufacturing environment. Experience within FMCG food manufacturing is a distinct advantage but not essential.Proven track record in a senior Health & Safety role within engineering, manufacturing, or a similarly regulated industrial environmentNEBOSH Diploma as a minimum; chartered IOSH status (or actively working towards) strongly preferredSolid working knowledge of health and safety legislation and the industrial hazards prevalent in manufacturing settingsExperience developing and maintaining Safety Management Systems, ideally to ISO 45001Comfortable engaging with external authorities including the HSE and EHOExperience in delivering safety training and mentoring operational teamsFlexibility to cover other shifts including nights when requiredEnvironmental management experience (ISO 14001, ESOS, CCL, sustainability/net zero reporting) would be highly desirable but is not a barrier to application for the right H&S candidateBenefits package:Annual holiday allowance 25 days. Employees will be given the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per holiday.Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%.Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary.Occupational maternity pay plus SMP.Accident Cover: Disability compensation Payment.Medicash Cash Plan: Client pays for Individual Cover or Family. Employee has the option to increase the benefit.Employee Assistance Programme.Lunches: Free every day on site (equates to value of £700).Free drinks available all day on site.Quarterly Staff Samples.Staff shop.Heavily subsidised sports and social events.Annual flu vaccination voucher

Health, Safety & Sustainability ManagerSalary: £45,000 – £60,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits Package Location: Office & warehouse in Brentwood with travel to project sites (mostly London)Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00 – 17:00About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Sustainability Manager to lead and maintain health, safety, and environmental standards across projects and operations. The role involves developing policies, monitoring compliance, conducting audits, and promoting best practices in H&S and sustainability.You will work closely with senior leadership, project teams, contractors, and clients to ensure safety and environmental compliance, while driving continuous improvement in H&S performance and sustainability outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesImplement H&S & environmental sustainability strategies across the business.Maintain ISO certifications () and compliance with UK legislation.Conduct risk assessments, site audits, and monitor RAMS compliance.Deliver H&S training, safety briefings, and embed behavioural safety principles.Oversee environmental compliance, including waste, pollution prevention, and sustainability initiatives.Investigate incidents, resolve non-conformances, and report findings.Develop and track KPIs, analyse performance data, and implement improvement plans.Build strong relationships with operations, clients, contractors, and regulators.Essential Skills & QualificationsNEBOSH qualification (or equivalent).Strong knowledge of UK H&S and environmental legislation.Ability to travel to project sites across the UK.Full UK driving licence preferred.Desirable Skills & QualificationsRQF Level 5 in a relevant field.CDM Regulations training.Managing Contractors H&S training.RIDDOR training.Intermediate Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.ASFP/IFE Level 1.Experience with HandsHQ, SEATS, or similar H&S systems.Risk & Method Statement software experience.Ready to take the next step in your H&S and sustainability career? Apply now to join a dynamic team and make a real impact across our projects!How to ApplyTo apply for this exclusive opportunity, please submit an up-to-date Word version of your CV by clicking the Apply button, or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.If you have not been contacted by A1 Personnel within two weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your CV has not been shortlisted on this occasion.A1 Personnel is acting as a specialist recruitment consultancy in relation to this vacancy.

Health and Safety OfficerEllesmere PortOpen Salary + Benefits package + Progression + TrainingMonday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm Are you a Health and Safety officer that is interested in working in a modern brand-new state of the art manufacturing facility, that has recently secured a multi-million-pound investment? Are you looking to take your career and skills further by working in one of the largest manufacturers in this specific sector? This is an excellent opportunity for a Health and Safety officer to join a manufacturing powerhouse, supporting with all Health & Safety functions. This newly advertised role offers long-term career development, full autonomy, and the potential to progress throughout a fast-growing business. Due to recent changes and significant investment, we are looking to recruit a Health and Safety manager to work in Ellesmere. In this role, you will support with reviewing all existing procedures and regulations across one site, develop and implement new structures, management systems, policies and procedures, and ensure the continuous improvement of business operations. The ideal candidate will come from a Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing or similar background with proven experience managing Health & Safety & functions. You should be confident in delivering and implementing change and have a track record of influencing and motivating teams to achieve company goals. For further details, please click apply and contact - REF 4979The Role: *Health and Safety Officer *Developing and implementing new and improved structures *Based in Ellesmere PortThe Candidate: * Health & Safety experience - ideally 3+ years *Knowledge of HSE Audits *Relevant qualifications and certificates elix sourcing solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. QHSE|HSQE|Quality|HealthandSafety|Officer|Enviroment|HSE|Audits|ISO|9001|14001|ManagementSystems|EllesmerePort|Deeside|Birkenhead|Chester|Runcorn