Overview

Health and Safety Manager

– Reigate/HybridAt ABL 1Touch, we’re on a mission to shape the future of vehicle repair through innovation, pride, and responsible decision-making.We are seeking a skilled

Health and Safety Manager

to act as an ambassador for health, safety, fire, and environmental compliance across all ABL 1Touch sites in the UK.

Key responsibilities

Establish yourself as the leader for health, safety and fire matters whilst encouraging managerial and supervisory ownership across the portfolio.

Identify the need for, develop, implement, and audit and maintain proportionate health and safety policies and procedures to enable a safe environment for all.

Ensure that the policies in place deliver compliance with UK HandS legislation, including RF(FS)O, HandSWA, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, DSEAR and CDM regulations.

Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments across all ABL1touch locations to provide a consistent level of safety across the portfolio.

Lead significant incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented and wider business and multi-site implications are considered.

Devise and deliver a programme of bespoke training sessions suitable for the automotive industry to complement existing online training.

Establish lead authority arrangements for health and safety and fire.

Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, insurers) and internal stakeholders on safety matters as required.

Devise, monitor and report on HandS performance metrics and KPIs. Ensure that information is cascaded through the company and reports are suitable for their intended audience.

Support the development and integration of environmental and sustainability initiatives led by others in the company.

Attend and chair the quarterly Health and Safety meeting and participate in company meetings as required.

Ensure actions are taken when required and followed through to completion.

Skills and experience

NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification in Occupational Health and Safety

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Health and Safety role within automotive, manufacturing, or engineering sectors

Experience in managing safety across multi-site operations

Strong working knowledge of UK HandS legislation and best practices

Experience working with enforcement authorities

Awareness of environmental legislation and its application within the body shop environment

Full UK driving licence (travel between sites is required)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient in MS Office and HandS management systems

Benefits

Company car

23 days of holiday + bank holiday

Company pension

Private Medical Insurance – Family cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Car insurance discount with LV

Length of service awards

Cycle to work scheme

Job details

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

ABL 1 Touch are committed to growing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive work environment. Our goal is to develop inclusive work activities and projects that bring together people with different experiences and backgrounds. Through this we aim to make sure everyone can be at their best at work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at workforus@abl1touch.com

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