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Health & Safety Manager – Newhall, Derbyshire | £55K–£65K + Company Car | Full-time

Contract : Permanent, Part-time (22.5 hours per week) Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm

Location : Hybrid to Sheffield or Northampton

Salary : Up to £45,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience

As Health and Safety Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and fostering a positive safety culture across the business. Working closely with teams at all levels, you will develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to protect employees and maintain high safety standards across our clinics, mobile units, and laboratory.

You will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, audits, and investigations, identifying potential hazards, and driving continuous improvement in health and safety practices. You will also provide training and guidance to employees, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to work safely and in compliance with regulations.

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, multi-site organisation. If you’re a proactive and experienced health and safety professional looking for a role where you can shape and influence best practices, we’d love to hear from you!

Main Objectives

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and regulations on behalf of the Group.
• Promote a positive Health and Safety culture within the Group.
• Manage all aspects of health and safety matters within the Group including risk assessments, audits, health and safety policies and procedures including fire safety and first aid.
• Responsible for maintaining, improving, monitoring and evaluation, and where required implementation of new Group policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, including health and safety development.
• Development and monitoring of Health and Safety training across the Group.
• Ensure risk assessments are carried out and recorded in line with all health and safety requirements and a culture of positive risk management is embedded across the Group.
• Ensure all employees comply with health and safety legislation and all practices and procedures are conducted in a way that meets the relevant requirements for the wellbeing of others.

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage all safety, health and welfare matters to ensure the Group complies with its statutory obligations.
• Provide Health and Safety reports to the business.
• Develop, maintain and co-ordinate health and safety policies and procedures and training across the Group.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, providing any necessary inductions, training and ongoing meetings to assist employees.
• Preparing method statements and risk assessments for all Group sites including clinic sites, mobile units and a Laboratory.
• Regular auditing and monitoring of all Group sites including clinics, mobile units, and a Laboratory.
• Compiling monthly reports on the current status of audit results and identified risks across the Group.
• Monitor identified potential hazards resulting from Group site audits, including clinics, mobile units and a Laboratory determining ways to reduce risk and documenting via the GRC platform.
• Ensure all First Aid and Fire Marshall responsibilities are carried out as per policies and procedures.
• Responsible for investigating accident and near miss reports.
• Investigate any health and safety issues raised by management or employees.
• Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are continually reviewed and updated.
• Provide guidance and reporting for the Health and Safety Committee Meetings disseminating lessons learned, providing minutes, and actions.
• Produce reports for health and safety statistics and trends and report to Director of Governance, Risk and Compliance and senior management, writing regular articles to communicate to all employee on health and safety issues and changes to regulations.
• Provide regular health and safety updates to all employees including health and safety issues and changes to regulations.
• Support the Legal and Compliance Team in all health and safety requirements of Group accreditations (eg, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, SEQOHS, RISQS, Achilles, CHAS, Health Improvement Scotland and Quality Care Commission).

Requirements For This Role

• Ability to travel across the UK.
• Proven 3 years+ health and safety management experience.
• Qualified to NEBOSH Diploma.
• Qualified in NEBOSH Occupational Health and Safety Certificate (or equivalent).
• Hold a IOSH Management Safety Certificate (or equivalent) – (preferred).
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
• Risk Assessment experience essential.
• Previous experience in a commercial or corporate environment or relevant transferrable skills (desired but not essential)
• Organisational skills- good time management and priority setting

Our Company Benefits

• 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Pension Scheme
• Access to Company benefits and discount portal
• Access to a Health Cash Plan
• Free eyecare vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to confidential Employee Assistance programme
• Interactive mental health and wellbeing app

The Trust has a statutory duty to deliver a service and environment that protects patients, staff and visitors. The Estates & Facilities team supports the Trust in this duty by ensuring there are Trust wide systems in place to enable the senior management team and Divisions to effectively identify, manage and continuously learn from areas of risk to patient and staff safety.

The role of the post holder is to act as the Trust's competent person on health and safety and advise on best practice and legislative requirements. This post provides expert advice, support and training on health and safety to all staff.

This post is part of the Estates service that Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust may transfer to a NHS wholly owned subsidiary company from October or November 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to join a developing, expanding, organisation with a strong commitment to NHS values and putting patients first. The NHS wholly owned subsidiary will continue to offer NHS Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions to staff who transfer as well as new staff it recruits itself. We look forward to receiving your application.

The post holder's primary responsibility is to ensure that the Trust meets its obligations under Health and Safety law by developing, implementing and reviewing robust health and safety management systems, policies and procedures.

The post holder will assist in the management of the Central Alert System and process for the Trust. This will include ensuring that the appropriate staff groups are involved with the initial notification and relevance of the alert/safety notice to the Trust.

The post holder will work with the Trust staff and services to co-ordinate the management of the alert and will ensure that actions are put in place to ensure compliance with the alert/safety notice and that the specified deadlines are met. The post holder will also assist in monitoring these actions and complete random audits to ensure that the actions have been completed and that compliance has been maintained.

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.

Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

We're looking for an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of our health and safety policies across all areas of our business. From our offices, showrooms, and warehouses to our vehicle fleet and field-based teams, you'll play a critical role in ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.

This is a hands-on stand alone role ideal for someone ready to review and elevate existing systems, drive best practices, and embed a strong safety culture across diverse and occasionally high-risk settings.

Being the Health & Safety ambassador for the company, you'll see the direct results of your work and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing you're making a meaningful impact all within a stable and highly respected organisation.

Who are we?

Banham is a family-owned; family-run business that has been providing security solutions since 1926. We operate throughout the Southeast of England offering a comprehensive service on all aspects of physical and electronic security. Most important, however, are the people who make up Banham. Our dedicated employees live and breathe collaboration; they inspire and learn from each other while upholding our five core values: Family, Pride, Trust, Leadership, and Making a Difference. Employees who began their Banham careers as trainees now head up our key departments, and we are proud to foster a working environment that encourages staff to stay with us for many years.

What can you bring to Banham

As the Health & Safety Manager, you will take ownership of the health and safety function across the business as well as:

• Hold NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent.

• Be able to evidence proven experience managing H&S in a complex, multi–site environment.

• Have proven experience in a health and safety role, preferably within a similar industry (field-based Engineers)

• Lead the review, development, and implementation of robust health and safety policies that reflect current legislation and industry best practices, ensuring they are effectively embedded across all operational areas.

• Proactively identify and assess workplace hazards across varied environments (offices, warehouses, fleet, and field operations), implementing control measures and continuously monitoring risk mitigation strategies.

• Design and deliver engaging training programs, including inductions and regular refreshers, to build a proactive safety culture. Champion health and safety awareness through internal campaigns, workshops, and leadership engagement.

• Take the lead on incident investigations, ensuring timely and thorough root cause analysis, documentation, and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Stay ahead of evolving legislation and regulatory requirements, ensuring the business remains fully compliant. Conduct regular audits, inspections, and reviews to identify gaps and drive continuous improvement.

• Manage and monitor safety standards across our vehicle fleet and remote workforce, applying appropriate protocols and procedures for mobile and high-risk environments.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency response plans. Organise regular drills and scenario-based training to ensure readiness across all teams and locations.

• Operate as a self-directed leader within the organisation, advising senior management and working cross-functionally to embed a safety-first mindset at all levels of the business.

• Maintain meticulous records of training, incidents, inspections, and compliance activities. Ensure all documentation is audit-ready and aligned with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Be happy to facilitate site assessments - Company pool car will be made available and will require a full UK driving licence.

What will you get in return?

You will be entitled to a highly competitive salary of up to £50,000 DoE and a great range of benefits including:

• 33 days Annual Leave (includes bank holidays)
• Sick Pay that increases with length of service
• Subsidised Private Medical Cover after completing and passing probationary period
• Annual season ticket loan & Banham interest-free loan
• Cycle to work & Home & Tech scheme (up to the value of £k)
• Hybrid working (dependent on location and role - 3 days office based and 2 days working from home)
• Recruitment referral bonus scheme earning up to 00 per successful referral (T&Cs apply)
• Personal Accident Insurance Scheme - Accidents at work and outside of work are both covered, including personal attacks and sport-related injuries
• Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities (including day releases for studies/exams)
• Company equipment tailored to your role (laptop, mobile, additional screens, access to pool car)
• Up to 50% off Banham products
• Banham Social Events
• Employee recognition rewards and moments of magic prizes
• Byond card - a workplace benefit to access exclusive offers and discounts on your everyday spend.
• An employee assistance program (EAP). EAP gives our employees access to a 24/7 free, confidential advice service for help with personal and professional problems, which could be affecting your home life or work life, health, and general well-being. This benefit also extends to your family (available from the first day of employment)
• Charity events throughout the year – Banham is proud to be working with The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and sponsoring The Banham Marsden March since 2010 over £1 million has been raised to make a difference for patients across the UK and the world for The Royal Marsden.

If you share our values and have the drive and enthusiasm to help us fulfil our vision, of significant growth, we would love to hear from you. Please click APPLY now to register your interest.

Banham is an equal opportunities employer providing employment to its team members and applicants without regard for their sex, gender, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other category protected by law.

We welcome diversity and provide equal opportunities to applicants, based on experience, talent, and qualification for the job.

Health & Safety Manager – Newhall, Derbyshire | £55K–£65K + Company Car | Full-time

Contract : Permanent, Part-time (22.5 hours per week) Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm

Location : Hybrid to Sheffield or Northampton

Salary : Up to £45,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience

As Health and Safety Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and fostering a positive safety culture across the business. Working closely with teams at all levels, you will develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to protect employees and maintain high safety standards across our clinics, mobile units, and laboratory.

You will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, audits, and investigations, identifying potential hazards, and driving continuous improvement in health and safety practices. You will also provide training and guidance to employees, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to work safely and in compliance with regulations.

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, multi-site organisation. If you’re a proactive and experienced health and safety professional looking for a role where you can shape and influence best practices, we’d love to hear from you!

Main Objectives

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and regulations on behalf of the Group.
• Promote a positive Health and Safety culture within the Group.
• Manage all aspects of health and safety matters within the Group including risk assessments, audits, health and safety policies and procedures including fire safety and first aid.
• Responsible for maintaining, improving, monitoring and evaluation, and where required implementation of new Group policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, including health and safety development.
• Development and monitoring of Health and Safety training across the Group.
• Ensure risk assessments are carried out and recorded in line with all health and safety requirements and a culture of positive risk management is embedded across the Group.
• Ensure all employees comply with health and safety legislation and all practices and procedures are conducted in a way that meets the relevant requirements for the wellbeing of others.

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage all safety, health and welfare matters to ensure the Group complies with its statutory obligations.
• Provide Health and Safety reports to the business.
• Develop, maintain and co-ordinate health and safety policies and procedures and training across the Group.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, providing any necessary inductions, training and ongoing meetings to assist employees.
• Preparing method statements and risk assessments for all Group sites including clinic sites, mobile units and a Laboratory.
• Regular auditing and monitoring of all Group sites including clinics, mobile units, and a Laboratory.
• Compiling monthly reports on the current status of audit results and identified risks across the Group.
• Monitor identified potential hazards resulting from Group site audits, including clinics, mobile units and a Laboratory determining ways to reduce risk and documenting via the GRC platform.
• Ensure all First Aid and Fire Marshall responsibilities are carried out as per policies and procedures.
• Responsible for investigating accident and near miss reports.
• Investigate any health and safety issues raised by management or employees.
• Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are continually reviewed and updated.
• Provide guidance and reporting for the Health and Safety Committee Meetings disseminating lessons learned, providing minutes, and actions.
• Produce reports for health and safety statistics and trends and report to Director of Governance, Risk and Compliance and senior management, writing regular articles to communicate to all employee on health and safety issues and changes to regulations.
• Provide regular health and safety updates to all employees including health and safety issues and changes to regulations.
• Support the Legal and Compliance Team in all health and safety requirements of Group accreditations (eg, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, SEQOHS, RISQS, Achilles, CHAS, Health Improvement Scotland and Quality Care Commission).

Requirements For This Role

• Ability to travel across the UK.
• Proven 3 years+ health and safety management experience.
• Qualified to NEBOSH Diploma.
• Qualified in NEBOSH Occupational Health and Safety Certificate (or equivalent).
• Hold a IOSH Management Safety Certificate (or equivalent) – (preferred).
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
• Risk Assessment experience essential.
• Previous experience in a commercial or corporate environment or relevant transferrable skills (desired but not essential)
• Organisational skills- good time management and priority setting

Our Company Benefits

• 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Pension Scheme
• Access to Company benefits and discount portal
• Access to a Health Cash Plan
• Free eyecare vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to confidential Employee Assistance programme
• Interactive mental health and wellbeing app

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and site inspections to identify hazards.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, determining root causes and implementing preventative measures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant UK EHS legislation and regulations.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programmes to employees.
• Promote a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the organisation.
• Manage waste disposal and environmental impact initiatives.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Develop emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Monitor and report on EHS performance metrics.

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an EHS management role.
• In-depth knowledge of UK EHS legislation and best practices.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, accident investigations, and developing safety procedures.
• Strong understanding of health and safety management systems.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Experience within the cleaning or facilities management sector is desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a safe working environment.