Head of Health & Fire Safety

Summary

•    Head of Health & Fire Safety 
•    Based at Manchester Airport
•    Permanent position 
•    Competitive salary & benefits package 
•    We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of our society. As such we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

Why MAG?

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 29 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe. As the third largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region.

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities.  Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. 
 

You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

•    Bonus scheme
•    11% company contribution pension
•    Car allowance
•    Private medical scheme
•    25 days holiday plus bank holidays
•    Free parking
•    Subsidised public transport
•    Huge range of company discounts
•    Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
•    Care Concierge service 
•    Two volunteering days per year

The role

In this role you will provide leadership and strategic direction on Health, Safety & Fire Safety matters at Manchester Airport as well as leading a proactive, visible, engaged team that meets the needs of the business. 
The successful candidate will be accountable for the Health & Safety budget ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and MAG group policies, integrate safety requirements into all business processes, develop safety improvement plans, and continuously improve our management systems. The role involves inspiring a positive safety culture and serving as a trusted adviser to the Manchester Airport Leadership team and wider business. 
 

What will make you successful in the role?

The successful candidate for this position should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Health and Safety environment at a senior level within a large organisation and a proven track record in the delivery of business objectives and quality management systems. They should have demonstrable experience of delivering safety improvements, KPIs, and organisational safety culture change. The candidate should hold a recognised qualification at a minimum of diploma level, such as a NEBOSH diploma or relevant degree, and be at least a Grade member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or other relevant institution. Continual Professional Development in Health and Safety should be demonstrated.