Health and Safety Manager | Horn-Bad Meinberg | €65,000-€108,000 + Sign-on Bonus + Company Shares + Further Benefits
Are you ready to take the next step in your Health and Safety career with a globally recognised brand, helping to drive safety performance across one of Europe's largest logistics operations?
Do you thrive in fast-paced, operational environments where influencing stakeholders, leading teams, and using data to improve performance are all part of the role?
Would you enjoy working for a business that invests heavily in its people, giving you the autonomy to improve safety standards while developing your own career?
If so, this Health & Safety Manager opportunity in Horn-Bad Meinberg could be a great fit. You'll lead a local WHS team, partner closely with operational leaders, and play a key role in driving continuous improvement across a busy distribution site.
Responsibilities include:
Lead the site Health & Safety team, working closely with operational and support functions to maintain compliance with legislation and company safety standards
Analyse health and safety data, identify trends and root causes, and provide practical recommendations to support operational decision-making
Lead and coordinate workplace health and safety projects, ensuring policies and programmes are implemented effectively across the site
Conduct risk assessments, review processes and procedures, and identify opportunities to improve safety performance and operational efficiency
Champion a positive safety culture by engaging with managers and colleagues, driving continuous improvement through coaching, communication, and employee feedback
You will have:
Proven experience in a Health & Safety role with leadership or team management responsibilities
Strong understanding of German health and safety legislation and compliance requirements
Experience using health and safety data and reporting to identify trends and drive improvements
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence operational teams at all levels
Advanced written and spoken German and English
Sicherheitsfachkraft (SiFa) qualification is essential
Desirable:
Experience of Lean, 5S or Kaizen methodologies
Experience or qualifications within sustainability or environmental management
Package and benefits:
Competitive salary of €65,000-€108,000 DOE
Share scheme
Sign-on bonus
Pension contributions and additional benefits
Onsite perks including parking, refreshments, and staff discounts
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the world's leading employers, taking ownership of Health and Safety at a highly automated logistics operation while working alongside experienced operational and regional leadership teams. If you are interested and have the required experience, please contact Sam Tearne on or 01923 937 075.
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