Health and Safety Manager

at  The Scotsman Group

Job Ref: SCO5154
Branch: The Scotsman Group - Central Office
Location: Head Office, Glasgow
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary (dependant on experience)
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 16/09/2024
Closing date: 18/10/2024
Job Title: Health and Safety Manager
Location: Scotsman Group, Glasgow
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Scotsman Group: The Scotsman Group is a leading hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of venues, including hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, serviced apartments and our brand new Student Accommodation across Scotland. We are committed to delivering exceptional service while ensuring the safety and well-being of our customers and staff. We are now seeking an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Manager to join our team.
Job Overview: As the Health and Safety Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the Scotsman Group’s compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations. You will be responsible for creating, implementing, and managing health and safety policies, fostering a safety-conscious culture, and conducting regular risk assessments across our various venues and accommodation.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS EXPERIENCE:

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Proven experience in a health and safety management role, preferably within the hospitality or similar industry.
• Strong knowledge of current UK health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills.
• Ability to conduct detailed risk assessments and implement effective safety measures.
• Experience in incident investigation and report writing.
• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and inspections across all Scotsman Group venues and accommodation.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation, industry standards, and best practices.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, ensuring proper reporting and corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to managers and staff on health and safety matters.
• Work closely with management and operational teams to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Prepare and submit reports to senior management on health and safety performance.
• Liaise with external bodies such as regulatory authorities, insurers, and health and safety consultants as needed.