Health and safety officer

Health & Safety Officer
Food Manufacturing | £40,000 - £45,000 | Commutable from Kettering, Market Harborough, Leicester, Peterborough, Rushden, Raunds
Our client, a leading food manufacturing business, is seeking a proactive and dedicated Health & Safety Officer to support the Head of Health & Safety at their busy production site. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious safety professional to join a forward-thinking organisation where people, products, and processes are at the heart of operations.
The Role
·Support the Head of Health & Safety in implementing and promoting a strong safety culture across the factory.
·Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to identify, resolve, and prevent safety issues.
·Lead and assist with investigations into incidents, near misses, and non-conformances.
·Recommend and monitor corrective actions to ensure timely and effective completion.
·Conduct site audits and inspections, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
·Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.
·Produce clear, accurate reports and maintain records using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
The Person
·NEBOSH Certificate (minimum) is essential.
·Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally food production.
·Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
·Proactive, hands-on approach with genuine care for workplace safety and people.
·Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
The Offer
·Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
·Opportunity to grow and develop within a respected food manufacturing business.
·A supportive environment where your contribution makes a real impact.
Health & Safety Advisor
·HSE Officer
·Safety Compliance Officer
·Manufacturing Safety Officer
·Food Safety & Health Officer
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