Safety, Health & Environmental Officer

MBDA Missile Systems; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Safety, Health & Environmental Officer to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace safety and environmental practices across various sites in the UK. You will be responsible for designing and delivering training, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and collaborating with multiple departments. The position supports flexible working arrangements and offers a competitive salary, bonus, and benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about safety and health in a challenging sector.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional days of Flexi Leave

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety required.
• Significant experience in Safety, Health, and Environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver SHE-related training for management and employees.
• Ensure SHE policies are implemented and foster a culture of improvement.

Skills

Safety, Health, and Environment experience

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Ability to influence and engage

Education

NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Certificate in Environmental Management

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and self-driven Safety, Health & Environmental Officer to join the MBDA team. The role covers the UK and can be based at any of our sites. If you are passionate about safety, health and reducing our impact on the environment, this challenging but rewarding position may be for you.

Salary: Circa £35,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefits

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working, such as 3 days on-site and 2 days remote working each week.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants seeking flexible arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements available for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more at our sites

The opportunity:

The successful candidate will design, develop, and deliver SHE-related training to enable management and employees to work safely and effectively. You will be involved in SHE activities across the UK, including assessments and communication, ensuring policies are implemented and fostering a culture of continual improvement. Collaboration with departments such as engineering, manufacturing, facility maintenance, and security will be essential, providing practical and professional experience in a challenging sector.

What we're looking for from you:

• Minimum NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• Certificate in Environmental Management (preferred)
• Significant experience in Safety, Health, and Environment
• Broad understanding of manufacturing and laboratory technologies
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation
• Ability to influence and engage employees at all levels
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information
• Experience in designing, developing, and delivering SHE training

What to expect:

You will join a supportive, high-performing team involved in all aspects of SHE activities, with opportunities for professional development and team cohesion. The role involves travel to other MBDA UK locations. We offer career progression, paid overtime (where applicable), bonuses, comprehensive pension, annual reviews, and excellent facilities. We value diversity and encourage applicants to discuss any support or adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Flexible working arrangements are welcomed.

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