Assistant Compliance & Health & Safety Officer

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business is seeking an Assistant Compliance Officer to support Compliance Manager in Quality, Safety, Health & Environmental functions. Responsibilities include maintaining management systems, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates with relevant training and strong IT skills are encouraged to apply. Full training and a clear path for advancement in compliance will be provided.

Benefits

Full training and mentoring

Career progression opportunities

Supportive teamwork environment

Qualifications

• Some relevant compliance or H&S training/certificates.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (if not held, supported to achieve it).

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Support risk assessments and compliance audits.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with H&S and environmental legislation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong IT skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

GCSEs (A–C) in English, Maths, and Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Assistant Compliance Officer – Manufacturing – Succession Planning Role

Location: Outskirts of Grantham (Easily commutable from Grantham, Newark, Bingham, Melton Mowbray, and surrounding areas)
Hours: Full-time, office-based
Salary: Competitive + training & progression

A well-established manufacturing business is investing in its future through succession planning and is seeking a proactive, detail-focused Assistant Compliance Officer to support the Compliance Manager across Quality, Safety, Health & Environmental (QSHE) functions.

If you have some relevant compliance or H&S certificates and are looking to develop your career – even if you haven’t yet completed your NEBOSH – we still want to hear from you. Full training and mentoring will be provided, with a clear path to becoming a fully qualified Compliance professional.

• Be part of a business committed to developing talent for the future.
• Learn directly from an experienced Compliance Manager.
• Support a growing compliance function with hands-on involvement.
• Career progression opportunities within a stable, respected company.
• Friendly, fast-paced environment with strong teamwork culture.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in maintaining ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Support risk assessments and compliance audits.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with H&S and environmental legislation.
• Liaise with internal departments and external auditors.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams for documentation and reporting.
• Take part in continuous improvement and compliance projects.

What We’re Looking For:
Essential:

• Some relevant compliance or H&S training/certificates (NEBOSH an advantage but not essential).
• GCSEs (A–C) in English, Maths, and Science.
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with a proactive mindset.
• Strong communicator at all levels.

Desirable:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (if not held, you’ll be supported to achieve it).
• IEMA or CQI membership.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001.
• Manufacturing or medium-risk environment experience.
• Risk assessment or audit experience.
• Awareness of relevant H&S and environmental legislation.

This role is perfect for someone who wants to build a long-term career in compliance, with the support, training, and succession plan to progress into a senior role in the future.

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