Average Safety Officer salary in Manchester

Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor Location: Oxford Road, Manchester Salary: £37,174 - £45,413 per annum depending on experience Job type: Full Time (1 FTE), Permanent. Closing date: 05/05/2025 About the Role:The University of Manchester is seeking a dedicated and proactive Health and Safety Advisor to join our Estates and Facilities Directorate. In this role, you will be at the forefront of promoting and ensuring health and safety excellence across the whole of the estate. You will work within a team of health and safety professionals, supporting the implementation of best practices and ensuring full compliance with both current and future health and safety legislation. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a safe and thriving working environment for our staff, contractors, and students. Key Responsibilities: Support the Senior Health and Safety professionals in planning, managing, and promoting health and safety initiatives across the Directorate.Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of health and safety management standards for projects and programmes.Collaborate with the Estates team, University's Safety Services Unit, contractors, and other external parties to ensure full regulatory compliance, particularly in relation to construction projects.Promote a culture of high standards in health and safety management, providing advice and expertise to colleagues, contractors, and project managers.Assist in assessing the competency and service level agreements of contractors to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.Conduct regular inspections of construction works and other campus areas to ensure ongoing health and safety compliance.Lead and participate in health and safety forums and workshops, helping to ensure risk assessments and safe systems are fully integrated into all projects.Contribute to the creation of health and safety reports, tracking key performance indicators, accident investigations, and ongoing safety improvements. What We're Looking For: A degree in a relevant subject, accompanied by a qualification in Occupational Safety and Health.A current member of IOSH (Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) with Chartered or Graduate membership (CertIOSH).Extensive experience in health and safety management, ideally within a large, complex, and diverse organization.Knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (2015), and experience in managing construction-related health and safety matters.Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, working collaboratively to achieve health and safety goals.Experience of producing detailed reports and presentations related to health and safety performance.A strong ability to work well within a team and contribute to continuous improvement in health and safety standards. Desirable Qualifications & Experience: Experience advising on health and safety within construction, maintenance, or facilities management.Chartered Membership (CMIOSH) of IOSH is highly desirable. Working Environment: Based on campus with occasional visits to construction sites and other areas within the University. Flexible and hybrid working options available, with an expectation to be on campus for a minimum of 4 days per week. The role may require attendance outside normal working hours for urgent health and safety support or emergency response. Why Work at the University of Manchester? Join a world-class institution that values diversity and equality in the workplace. Benefit from a range of staff benefits, including family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities. Access to training and mentorship to support your career growth, with structured development plans and performance reviews. Be part of a global institution in a vibrant, culturally diverse city, with support for international applicants and relocation assistance. The University of Manchester is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We invite applications from all backgrounds and look forward to welcoming the next member of our team to the Directorate of Estates and Facilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Health and Safety Consultant, Safety Compliance Officer, Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, Workplace Safety Coordinator, Occupational Health and Safety Advisor, Safety Management Consultant, Risk and Safety Officer may also be considered.

Job Title: Health and Safety Officer Location: ManchesterHours of Work: Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PMSalary: £40,000- £50,000 Package: Company Vehicle, Enhanced pension, Training, Technical progression & 25 + 8 annual leave. Company Overview: Innotech is currently hiring in partnership alongside one of the UK's fastest-growing businesses within the power generation and renewables industry. They are seeking a health and safety officer to join their SHEQ team.With a team of over 200 professionals and a global presence, the company blends innovative technology, in-house manufacturing, and strong customer values-sustainability, flexibility, and integrity-to deliver reliable, tailored power solutions with exceptional after-sales support.Main Purpose of the Role: Ensure compliance with current health and safety legislation and regulations in Great Britain (GB).Report serious health and safety incidents and legislative breaches to the Group H&S Officer and Head of SHEQ in a timely manner.Investigate incidents and report findings.Communicate with clients regarding health and safety matters. Goals & Objectives: Support the maintenance of the Group ISO Integrated Management System and related procedures.Assist in developing health and safety strategies and internal policies.Conduct risk assessments and recommend risk mitigation measures.Develop safe operational procedures considering relevant hazards.Perform regular in-house and on-site inspections.Support training delivery for managers and employees. Key Responsibilities: Maintain audit and inspection records; suggest improvements.Investigate incidents to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.Oversee safe equipment installation and hazardous substance management.Provide advice on and maintain an up-to-date COSHH register and storage compliance.Enforce health and safety procedures and report non-conformities.Deliver training and carry out detailed risk assessments for high-risk tasks.Coordinate with other departments on project safety compliance.Prepare and implement safety documentation.Conduct housekeeping inspections and internal audits.Ensure portable electrical equipment meets regulatory standards.Review SOPs, method statements, and risk assessments.Provide induction and cross-training for staff.Attend SHEQ meetings and support the Group H&S Officer as needed.Perform additional duties as required by management. Essential Criteria: Qualifications: NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety or equivalent/higher.Knowledge & Experience: Minimum of 3 years' recent experience in a similar construction-related role.Solid understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 in an engineering or civil engineering context within the UK.Familiarity with CDM, LOLER, PUWER, Electricity at Work Act, and Gas Safety Regulations.Experience developing policies and risk assessments.Proven ability to implement, monitor, and audit safety processes.Knowledge of ISO standards: 45001, 14001, and 9001.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Skills & Abilities: Results-focused and collaborative team player.Strong risk assessment and control skills.Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.Excellent communication and confidentiality awareness.Training delivery capabilities.Technically capable of understanding complex engineering scenarios.Empathetic and good listener. Other: Full current driving licence Desirable Criteria: NEBOSH Environmental Management or equivalent/higher.Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).Current Gas Safe registration. Innotech Partners limited (12587274) acts as an Employment Agency and is a subsidiary of Talentia Group.

Health and Safety Officer Manchester£40,000 - £45,000 + Enhanced Annual Leave Package + Hybrid working + Private HealthcareAre you an engineer who is time served working in a Health and Safety role? Do you want to join a large-scale company with strong progression opportunities?If successful you will be joining the established and growing health and safety team within a large-scale engineering company operating across Europe.Your role within the company will involve carrying out risk assessments for high-risk procedures across the business. You will be responsible for HSE inductions of new staff and will conduct audits on existing staff and facilities.The ideal candidate for this role will have an educational background in engineering such as a HNC and will be time served in a HSE role. You will also hold relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH. The Role * Health and safety within the engineering sector* Manchester based with travel opportunities* HSE Inductions for new startersThe Person * Time served in HSE role* Qualified to minimum HNC level in Engineering* NEBOSH QualifiedTo apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Daniel Thomas at Rise Technical Recruitment.Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.