Health & Safety Officer

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading environmental and sustainability-focused organisation on the appointment of a Health & Safety Officer.

Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you will gain exposure to a wide range of HSE activities while helping to drive compliance, continuous improvement, and a positive safety culture across multiple sites.

This is a hands-on operational role suited to someone who enjoys being visible on site, engaging with teams, and making a real impact on workplace safety. You will support day-to-day Health & Safety activities across multiple locations, ensuring compliance with legislation, company standards, and best practice while contributing to the ongoing development of HSE systems and  your new role:

Support accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions

Lead and coordinate internal Health & Safety audits, inspections, and behavioural safety initiatives

Develop and review risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and safe systems of work Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and Health & Safety training to employees and contractors

Work closely with operational teams and management to promote a positive safety culture

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across Health & Safety systems, processes, and site standards

Support external audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance activities

Manage Health & Safety onboarding and induction processes for new starters and contractors

Maintain training records and competency matrices across operational teams

Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of integrated management systems

Monitor compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures across multiple sites

What you'll need to succeed:

Experience with in a similar Health & Safety roleNEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations

Understanding of Health & Safety compliance and risk management principles

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Full UK driving licence

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):

Experience with in recycling, manufacturing, logistics, or similar operational environments

Additional Health & Safety qualifications

Experience delivering training, toolbox talks, and inductions

Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 management systems

Experience supporting continuous improvement and behavioural safety initiatives

For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health & Safety Specialist, today.

Discipline(s):
Environmental, Health & Safety Job type:
Permanent