Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Health and Safety Manager based in Bedford for one of our clients on a full-time permanent basis.

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Location: Bedford with travel nationally

Type of contract: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours Monday - Friday

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with health, safety, and hygiene legislation, including COSHH, RIDDOR, CHAS registration, HMO licences, and risk assessments.
• Ensure all safety checks are carried out and recorded, including PAT testing, water temperature monitoring, descaling, fire detection systems, and regular room inspections.
• Manage contractor compliance by requesting, checking, and maintaining records of qualifications and approved materials.
• Coordinate staff training, first aid arrangements, and PPE provision, ensuring equipment and first aid boxes remain safe, up-to-date, and legally compliant.
• Conduct spot checks across projects and offices, reporting on performance and providing operational updates as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar health & safety role, ideally within a multi-site or facilities environment.
• NEBOSH General Certificate.
• Report writing skills with experience in preparing RIDDOR reports.
• Strong leadership skills with proven staff management experience.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Full UK driving licence and use of a car, with flexibility to travel nationwide as required.