Salary guide
Health and Safety Manager
- Average salary
- £35,000 – £65,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
SafetyCompliance
- Health and safety managers are vital in all industries
Other names this job is known by
- H&S Manager
- Safety Director
Key responsibilities
- Lead health and safety strategy and operations
- Develop and implement policies
- Conduct risk assessments and audits
- Train staff on safety procedures
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in health and safety, science, or engineering
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualification
- Experience in safety roles
- Leadership and analytical skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Head of Safety
- Director
- Consultant
- Policy Advisor
How to get the job
- Study health and safety, science, or engineering
- Obtain NEBOSH or IOSH qualifications
- Gain experience in safety roles
- Progress to management or specialist positions
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