Health and Safety Officer

Location

Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, East Yorkshire

Salary

£40,000 per annum

Shift

Days

Job Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health and Safety Officer to join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing business in Holme-on-Spalding-Moor. The company is actively investing in its site, people and systems, offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health and Safety professional to play a key role in driving standards and embedding a strong safety culture across the site.

This role would suit a Health and Safety professional who has experience working within an industrial, engineering, manufacturing or FMCG environment and is confident operating both on the shop floor and at a systems level. You will work closely with engineering and production teams, supporting the implementation of robust health and safety procedures and ensuring the highest standards are maintained across the site.

The business is continuing to grow, offering genuine scope for development, career progression and increased responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and maintain high standards of Health & Safety across the site
• Support engineering and production teams with Health & Safety matters
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with company procedures
• Review and support the implementation of risk assessments and safe working practices
• Investigate incidents and accidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
• Support the development and embedding of a strong Health & Safety culture
• Ensure Health & Safety legislation, policies and procedures are adhered to
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers across the business
• Support the business with ongoing site expansion, new equipment and future development projects
• Act as a key point of contact for Health & Safety across the site
• Step in to support the Manager when required

Sector

Manufacturing / FMCG

Non-Negotiable Requirements for the Health and Safety Officer

• Previous experience working in a Health & Safety role within a manufacturing, industrial, engineering or FMCG environment
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and workplace procedures
• Experience operating confidently on the shop floor as well as at a systems level
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work proactively and independently within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Requirements for the Health and Safety Officer

• Experience conducting risk assessments and reviewing RAMS
• Experience investigating incidents and accidents
• Ability to deliver Health & Safety guidance, support and training
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships with engineering, production and management teams
• Confident challenging unsafe working practices when required
• A hands-on approach with the ability to drive improvements across the site

Desirable Requirements for the Health and Safety Officer

• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification
• Experience within an FMCG or automated manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting new equipment installation and site expansion projects
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
• Previous experience deputising for a Health & Safety Manager or similar senior position

Benefits

• £40,000 Basic Salary
• Company Pension
• Free Parking
• 28 Days Holiday
• After 2 Years' Service: 3x Death in Service and Healthcare Benefits
• Staged Salary Increases Linked to Performance
• Career Development with Strong Future Progression Opportunities

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details, contact Eyleesha Bhatti at Pioneer Selection Ltd.

As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply.