Group Health & Safety Manager – National Role

Help Shape a Safer, Healthier Community with Fusion

Are you an experienced health and safety professional passionate about creating safer spaces and building a culture of health, safety, and continuous improvement? Fusion is looking for a dedicated Group Health & Safety Manager to support our charity’s commitment to safety, compliance, and wellbeing across our facilities and communities. With us, you’ll drive safety strategy, manage compliance, and partner closely with teams to keep our spaces safe, effective, and inviting for everyone.

About Us: Fusion is a charity that brings people together through inclusive, accessible products and programs that improve community wellbeing. Join us in creating safe, positive experiences both inside and outside our facilities that empower our communities to thrive.

Your Mission: As the Group Health & Safety Manager, you’ll promote a culture of safety and compliance while driving continuous improvement across all Fusion sites and services. Partnering with our local and regional teams, you’ll implement our

safety systems and provide hands-on coaching to ensure we maintain the highest standards.

What You’ll Do

• Safety System Management: Oversee and implement safe systems of work across all facilities, ensuring day-to-day management meets charity and sector standards.
• Data-Driven Improvements: Develop performance indicators and conduct data analysis to drive a culture of continuous safety improvement.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks through audits, assessments, and incident investigations.
• Policy Development: Regularly review and refine health and safety policies and procedures to align with current legislation.
• Training Programs: Work with the People and Facilities Teams to establish comprehensive SHEQ training for all staff.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure legal compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations across all sites.
• Accident & Incident Investigation: Lead investigations to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Specialist Expertise: Act as the charity’s expert for safe swimming pool use and management, supporting teams with your deep sector knowledge.
• Continuous Improvement & Reporting: Lead improvement strategies aligned with accreditations (Quest, ISO), reporting regularly to the Head of Facilities Management and the Board of Trustees.

What We’re Looking For – The Essentials

• Qualifications: NEBOSH or IOSH certification
• Health & Safety Knowledge: Strong understanding of health, safety, and compliance in a multi-site, multi-functional environment.
• Communication Skills: Ability to write engaging policies and explain complex safety concepts in accessible language.
• Sector Experience: Background in the leisure industry with broad, practical knowledge of sector-specific requirements.
• Collaborative Spirit: Proven experience influencing teams and fostering collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Project Management: Skills in project management and stakeholder engagement to lead multidisciplinary safety initiatives.
• Travel: Have the ability to travel nationally as and when the charity requires. 

Behaviours for Success

• Teamwork & Ownership: Work collaboratively with all teams and take responsibility for safety improvements.
• Community-First: Whether they are internal or external you will prioritise our communities wellbeing across all aspects of your role.
• Analytical Thinking: Use data to assess safety performance and identify trends.
• Goal-oriented: Drive achievement with a focus on measurable results.
• Leadership & Development: Act as a role model, coach, and mentor, cultivating safety awareness across our teams.

Why Fusion?

• Impact: Contribute to safer, healthier communities.
• Growth: Enjoy opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Community-focused: Be part of a charity that values inclusive, accessible environments for its communities.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Manager's Pension Scheme
• Enhance maternity and paternity offer
• Complimentary Gym & Swim membership at Fusion centres for you and all members of our household (including complimentary swimming lessons for children)
• Free Eye tests & Eyewear Discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discount scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• And more!

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about safety and ready to drive positive change in your community, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join Fusion and help us make a lasting impact