Safety, Health & Environmental Officer

MBDA UK Ltd; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization, MBDA UK Ltd, is seeking a dynamic Safety, Health & Environmental Officer. This role involves designing SHE training, ensuring policy implementation, and collaborating across various departments. With a competitive salary, bonus, and a commitment to employee development, this position offers a rewarding career in a supportive environment.

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

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety required.
• Significant experience and expertise in SHE.
• Broad understanding of manufacturing and laboratory technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver SHE-related training.
• Ensure effective implementation of SHE policies.
• Collaborate with departments like engineering and manufacturing.

Skills

Communication

Influencing

Health and Safety Legislation Knowledge

Education

NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Certificate in Environmental Management

Job description

Bolton

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; enhancements available for paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more

The opportunity:

The successful candidate will design, develop, and deliver SHE-related training to enable management and employees to carry out their work safely and effectively. You will be involved in SHE activities across the UK, including assessments and communications, ensuring effective implementation of SHE policies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will collaborate with departments such as engineering, manufacturing, facility maintenance, and security, gaining practical and professional experience in a challenging sector.

What we're looking for:

• Minimum NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• Certificate in Environmental Management (preferred)
• Significant experience and expertise in SHE
• Broad understanding of manufacturing and laboratory technologies
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to MBDA operations
• Ability to influence and engage employees at all levels
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex information
• Ability to design, develop, and deliver SHE training effectively

What to expect:

You will be part of a supportive, high-performing team involved in all aspects of SHE activities, with opportunities for professional development and team cohesion. The role involves frequent travel to other MBDA UK locations. We offer career progression, paid overtime, bonus schemes, a comprehensive pension, annual reviews, a collaborative environment, and excellent facilities. We encourage applicants to discuss any support or adjustments needed during our recruitment process and welcome flexible working requests.

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting the Armed Forces and defending our nations. We partner with governments towards a common goal of security and freedom. We pride ourselves on our employee-led networks promoting diversity and inclusion, including groups for gender equality, pride, neurodiversity, and more. We encourage everyone to reach out for support or adjustments during the recruitment process.

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