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We are delighted to represent a global, well-established manufacturing organisation in the recruitment of a Health & Safety Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that offers excellent benefits and ongoing training support. Candidates with manufacturing experience in a Health & Safety Advisor or Officer role will be ideally suited for this position.
As the Health & Safety Officer, you will report directly to the Managing Director and be accountable for all Health & Safety (H&S) matters on site while supporting facilities administration. This office-based role is essential in ensuring compliance with company standards and legal requirements and will involve regular interaction with multiple departments to foster a culture of safety and operational excellence.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include advising employees on how to minimise or avoid workplace hazards and ensuring all operations are conducted in accordance with H&S regulations, COSHH, infection control, and waste disposal legislation. You will also provide first aid support and play a leading role in training staff to manage and improve workplace safety standards. Routine duties will include carrying out safety inspections, such as monitoring noise levels, and assisting in the development and management of health and safety systems and policies. You will be responsible for coordinating emergency procedures, including organising fire drills and emergency response teams like fire marshals and first aiders. You will also maintain detailed records of safety tours, incidents, and accidents, and serve as a general source of H&S advice across the business.
In addition to your H&S responsibilities, you will manage facilities-related activities, acting as the primary contact for maintenance requests and defects. You will liaise with contractors and internal teams to arrange and monitor the progress of works and assist the Facilities Officer with obtaining quotations and overseeing completion.
The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in a health and safety role, preferably within the food, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors. You should have a solid understanding of safety legislation, particularly the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and relevant regulations. Qualifications such as the IOSH or NEBOSH National General Certificate, or equivalent, are expected. You must be confident, resilient, and able to handle challenges from both internal and external stakeholders. Strong communication and presentation skills, attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and sound judgment are all essential. You should be comfortable working under pressure and demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and initiative.
This role requires flexibility to operate in both office and factory environments and the ability to travel for training or meetings when necessary. A full UK driver's license is required.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment within a company that combines traditional values with modern business practices. The role is essential in supporting operational integrity and continuous improvement across the site.
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