About this role
Windracers are looking to welcome a H&S Manager to support our ever-increasing growth. We are looking for someone to lead the delivery of health and safety compliance across manufacturing and test environments, ensuring alignment with UK legislation.
Key Responsibilities Health & Safety Leadership & Compliance
• Own and continuously improve internal health and safety policies, standards, and procedures.
• Act as the subject matter expert, advising senior leaders on legislative requirements, risks, and best practice.
Risk Management & Safe Systems of Work
• Lead the development and implementation of risk assessments across manufacturing, assembly, and testing activities.
• Define, implement, and maintain robust safe systems of work across all operational areas.
• Oversee the identification and control of hazards relating to UAV production (e.g. batteries, electrical systems, mechanical assembly).
Workplace Assurance & Monitoring
• Establish and lead a programme of workplace inspections and audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Monitor performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement in health and safety standards.
• Ensure timely resolution of issues through effective tracking and follow-up of corrective actions.
Incident Management & Investigation
• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses to identify root causes.
• Ensure effective corrective and preventative actions are implemented and embedded.
• Promote a culture of transparent reporting and continuous learning across the organisation.
Training, Awareness & Capability Building
• Define and oversee the delivery of health and safety training programmes, including inductions and toolbox talks.
• Ensure managers and employees are equipped with the knowledge and tools to work safely.
• Embed clear accountability for health and safety at all levels of the organisation.
Safety Culture & Engagement
• Lead initiatives to drive a proactive and positive safety culture across the business.
• Partner with operational leaders to reinforce safe behaviours and standards on the shop floor.
• Champion employee engagement in safety improvements and reporting.
Operational & Strategic Support
• Provide expert health and safety guidance to manufacturing, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Support the safe introduction of new equipment, processes, and facilities, ensuring risk is managed from the design stage.
• Oversee contractor health and safety management processes and standards.
Governance & Assurance
• Establish and maintain health and safety governance frameworks, including policies, standards, and reporting structures.
• Develop and report on key health and safety metrics, providing regular updates to senior leadership on performance, risks, and improvement plans.
• Lead internal audits and support external audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Ensure appropriate documentation, records, and audit trails are maintained in line with regulatory and company requirements.
External Interface & Regulatory Engagement
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, auditors, and external bodies on health and safety matters.
• Manage relationships with external advisors and authorities, ensuring timely and accurate responses to enquiries or inspections.
• Represent the company in external forums, audits, and inspections where required.
• Ensure the organisation remains aligned with industry best practice and regulatory expectations.
Emergency Preparedness & Business Resilience
• Own emergency preparedness arrangements, including procedures, equipment, and drills.
• Ensure the organisation is prepared to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent Level 3 qualification), with progression towards NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) desirable.
• Significant experience in a health and safety role within a manufacturing, engineering, or similar environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and its practical application.
• Proven experience leading risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety improvement initiatives.
• Experience establishing governance frameworks, reporting metrics, and managing audits.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and challenge at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to drive behavioural and cultural change in a growing organisation.
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Desirable
• Experience within aerospace, aviation, or drone/UAV environments.
• Experience in complex electrical or mechanical manufacturing settings.
• Knowledge of aviation or unmanned systems regulatory frameworks.