Health & Safety Manager
CV-LibraryBathgate, West LothianpermanentPosted: 12 May 2026
Apply NowOur client is a successful and well-established engineering company. They are looking for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join their team. This is a key role within a growing and forward-thinking business, where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.
They are looking for a proactive and experienced professional who not only maintains high standards but actively drives them forward. This role would suit someone ambitious, influential, and committed to building a long-term career within a supportive and progressive organisation.
NOTE: This role is to travel to client sites in the Scotland, and North of England areas. You will be based at various client/customer sites the majority of the time, with some time based in the company office (company car included).
This is a full time, permanent role, however part time will be considered.
Salary: Up to £45,000 (pro rata for part time) + Company Car
Working hours: Standard daytime hours, Monday to Friday
Holidays: 34 days holiday (pro rata)
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
* You can start immediately, or with a relatively short notice period
* NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) / IOSH
* Experience within Mechanical & Electrical engineering, industrial or commercial environments
* Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 systems would be ideal
* Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager role, or similar senior Health & Safety position
* Strong working knowledge of HSE legislation and management systems
Other requirements:
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
* Proactive, solution-focused, and driven to improve standards
* Able to work independently and as part of a wider team
* Excellent organisational, written, and presentation skills
* IT proficient (Microsoft Office and digital systems)
Responsibilities:
As the Health and Safety Manager, you will take ownership of the HSE strategy across both office and site environments, ensuring compliance while fostering a strong safety-first culture throughout the business.
* Lead and manage ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 systems, including preparation and delivery of audits
* Provide expert HSE guidance across all levels of the business, promoting best practice and continuous improvement
* Drive a positive safety culture by influencing behaviours and improving engagement across teams
* Conduct and support incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures
* Review, develop and enhance HSE policies, procedures, and systems
* Carry out regular site inspections and ensure compliance with current legislation and company standards
* Develop and deliver health & safety training programmes for employees
* Attend and lead HSE meetings, briefings, and initiatives across the business
* Produce, review and maintain all relevant safety documentation
This role would suit someone with previous experience in a senior H&S role, job titles such as; H & S Adviser / Health & Safety Consultant / HSE Advisor / Health Safety & Environmental Manager / HSE Officer / Health & Safety Quality Advisor / HSEQ / QHSE / H&S Manager / Health Safety & Quality Advisor / SHEQ / HSQE / HSEQ / QHSE / Health Safety and Environmental Adviser / H&S Co-ordinator / Health Safety and Environmental Advisor / etc
They are looking for a proactive and experienced professional who not only maintains high standards but actively drives them forward. This role would suit someone ambitious, influential, and committed to building a long-term career within a supportive and progressive organisation.
NOTE: This role is to travel to client sites in the Scotland, and North of England areas. You will be based at various client/customer sites the majority of the time, with some time based in the company office (company car included).
This is a full time, permanent role, however part time will be considered.
Salary: Up to £45,000 (pro rata for part time) + Company Car
Working hours: Standard daytime hours, Monday to Friday
Holidays: 34 days holiday (pro rata)
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
* You can start immediately, or with a relatively short notice period
* NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) / IOSH
* Experience within Mechanical & Electrical engineering, industrial or commercial environments
* Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 systems would be ideal
* Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager role, or similar senior Health & Safety position
* Strong working knowledge of HSE legislation and management systems
Other requirements:
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
* Proactive, solution-focused, and driven to improve standards
* Able to work independently and as part of a wider team
* Excellent organisational, written, and presentation skills
* IT proficient (Microsoft Office and digital systems)
Responsibilities:
As the Health and Safety Manager, you will take ownership of the HSE strategy across both office and site environments, ensuring compliance while fostering a strong safety-first culture throughout the business.
* Lead and manage ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 systems, including preparation and delivery of audits
* Provide expert HSE guidance across all levels of the business, promoting best practice and continuous improvement
* Drive a positive safety culture by influencing behaviours and improving engagement across teams
* Conduct and support incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures
* Review, develop and enhance HSE policies, procedures, and systems
* Carry out regular site inspections and ensure compliance with current legislation and company standards
* Develop and deliver health & safety training programmes for employees
* Attend and lead HSE meetings, briefings, and initiatives across the business
* Produce, review and maintain all relevant safety documentation
This role would suit someone with previous experience in a senior H&S role, job titles such as; H & S Adviser / Health & Safety Consultant / HSE Advisor / Health Safety & Environmental Manager / HSE Officer / Health & Safety Quality Advisor / HSEQ / QHSE / H&S Manager / Health Safety & Quality Advisor / SHEQ / HSQE / HSEQ / QHSE / Health Safety and Environmental Adviser / H&S Co-ordinator / Health Safety and Environmental Advisor / etc