Health & Safety Officer

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading specialist engineering firm on the appointment of a Health, Safety & Environmental Officer.

As HSE Officer, you will support manufacturing, assembly and project operations, working closely with fabrication, office and site teams to promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation. You will play a key role in developing safe systems of work, supporting operational teams and driving continuous improvement across a busy and technically complex  your new role:

Develop and maintain HSE policies, procedures and systems in line with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and relevant legislative frameworks

Conduct site inspections, risk assessments and audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective control measures

Provide day-to-day HSE support to teams across multiple locations, ensuring site and operational compliance with internal and external standards

Lead and manage incident investigations, reporting findings and driving preventive actions

Promote behavioural safety and contribute to continuous improvement across all areas of the business

Deliver toolbox talks, training sessions and inductions to employees and contractors

Monitor and analyse HSE data, producing regular reports and identifying trends

Act as a key point of contact for all Health, Safety and Environmental matters across the business

Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to embed a proactive and positive safety culture

What you will need to succeed:

Experience in an HSE role within a Manufacturing, Engineering, Construction or M&E environment

Relevant Health and Safety qualification (NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent)
Working knowledge of current HSE legislation and compliance frameworks

Experience carrying out HSE audits, inspections and incident investigations

Experience developing or reviewing RAMS and implementing safe systems of work

Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel between sites as required

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

IOSH membershipNEBOSH Diploma ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 knowledge, with Internal Auditor qualification desirable

Train the Trainer qualification or experience delivering internal HSE training

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

Discipline(s):
Engineering & Manufacturing Job type:
Permanent