HSEQ Officer

We are seeking a HSEQ Officer to oversee and implement safety protocols within our clients heavy manufacturing site. This permanent role is based in East Lothian and offers a rewarding opportunity to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Client Details

This role is with a well-established medium-sized organisation in the industrial manufacturing sector. The company is known for its commitment to operational excellence and maintaining high safety standards within its facilities.

Description

The Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Officer will be responsible for implementing the highest SHEQ standards across the site, whilst promoting and supporting continuous improvement and best practise.

They will maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety legislation and any developments that affect our industry and provide professional advice and support to site management. They will take the lead in the ongoing development of all SHEQ policies and procedures.

• Proactively engage, challenge and influence colleagues to deliver SHEQ compliance to drive continuous improvement in SHEQ performance
• Train & coach the team to ensure everyone has the means to contribute to, lead and manage SHEQ within their areas of responsibility
• Conduct regular reviews of policies and procedures to ensure they are practical and fully aligned with business needs and relevant legislation.
• Increase Safety, Heath, Environmental and Quality awareness amongst all teams to ensure a focus and priority throughout the business.
• Work with all relevant regulators who audit and inspect sites and activities.
• Ensure that all incidents and near misses are reported, investigated, and most importantly addressed in a timely manner
• Provide support in emergency response planning and drills.

Profile

A successful HSEQ Officer should have:

• BSc (hons) Occupational H&S/NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years' Health & Safety experience with some manufacturing experience, ideally in a heavy industry sector.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 standards in a heavy production environment is important, and environment (ISO 14001) and quality (ISO 9000) would be an advantage.
• Excellent report writing and numerical skills with proficiency in MS Office.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Excellent communication and training skills to promote safety awareness.
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 45,000 to 50,000 per annum.
• Benefits package to be confirmed.

If you are passionate about fostering a safe and compliant workplace, we encourage you to apply for this HSEQ role today!