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Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor
Location: North East England
Salary: D.O.E
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including private health, bonus, pension, training and more
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, full-time
Benefits:
- Pension scheme with Life Assurance
- Private Health Cash Plan
- Annual Christmas bonus and gift
- Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks
- The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries
- 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Subsidised school holiday kids clubs
- An environmental and sustainability focused employer
- Tailored training and career development opportunities
- Access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives
- On-site restaurant
Job Description:
As a Health and Safety Senior Specialist, you will support the health and safety management team to ensure compliance with legislation and promote a strong safety culture across the business. Your main focus will be on delivering expert guidance, conducting investigations, and improving workplace safety standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing competent advice on all aspects of health and safety including CDM activities
- Supporting the investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses
- Developing and reviewing risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and work instructions
- Monitoring accident statistics, identifying trends, and producing reports
- Liaising with internal departments, regulatory authorities, and external training providers
- Organising and assisting with internal and external health and safety training
- Conducting audits and inspections
- Supporting ISO accreditation efforts and permit-to-work compliance
- Providing guidance and mentoring to other team members and placement students
- Contributing to health and safety committee meetings and departmental improvement initiatives
Skills & experience:
- NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (required)
- NEBOSH Fire Certificate (preferred)
- Working towards NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification
- Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities
- IT proficiency including Microsoft Office
- Full UK driving license
Why Should You Apply?
This Health and Safety Senior Specialist role offers a chance to make a real difference in a safety-first organisation that values expertise and professional development. You will work within a dedicated team, receive ongoing support for your CPD, and play a key role in shaping a positive and proactive safety culture.
If you're a Health and Safety Senior Specialist looking to take the next step in your career, this is the opportunity for you.
The Company:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business that places a strong emphasis on health, safety, and employee wellbeing. The company offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where you’ll be encouraged to develop your professional skills and grow your career.
