Environment, Health & Safety Assistant

John Lewis plc; Darwen; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Job summary

Herbert Parkinson in Darwen, part of the John Lewis Partnership, is seeking an HSE Assistant to support Environmental, Health and Safety compliance and documentation. You will champion a proactive safety culture across the site and ensure accurate reporting and alignment with ISO standards.

This permanent, on-site role is 38.75 hours per week, with night premium paid for hours 22:00–06:00. Minimum salary around £31,000, with progression opportunities within the partnership.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of working in a EHS role.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent certification (or working towards).
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Exceptional organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of HS&E legislative requirements.
• Conduct branch checks to ensure HS&E policies are followed.
• Ensure documentation aligns with ISO standards and is accurate.
• Review risk assessments and actively reduce risk.
• Support HS&E initiatives through onsite representatives.
• Ensure reporting for Near Misses, Accidents, and RIDDORs.

Skills

EHS experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organisational skills

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

At Herbert Parkinson, a proud and historic part of the John Lewis Partnership, we are embarking on an exciting transformation journey to secure our long-term success. By investing in state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing capabilities, streamlining our operations, and creating broader, more fulfilling roles for our Partners, we are building a more sustainable and agile future. Join us as we continue to deliver exceptional quality and service for our customers while empowering our partners to thrive.

As HSE Assistant, you will provide administrative support and guidance across Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards and site compliance. You will maintain complete accuracy across all EHS documentation and reporting requirements while using your expertise to champion a proactive Health and Safety culture within the workplace.

In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £4.25 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements.

Expected Salary – £31,000- £35,000

Contract type – This contract is a permanent role.

Location – Herbert Parkinson – Darwen – On site

5 days a Week – Mon‑Friday role 38.75 Hours

With this role there is an expectation of attending key meetings – which can start at 07:00 am.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a working knowledge of all HS&E legislative requirements and industry developments.
• Conduct regular branch checks to ensure all HS&E policies and procedures are followed.
• Ensure all documentation aligns with standard templates, is accurately maintained, and reflects ISO standards of accreditation.
• Review all risk assessments and take appropriate action to actively reduce risk.
• Support and drive HS&E initiatives through onsite H&S representatives.
• Ensure sufficient and accurate reporting mechanisms are in place for activities including Near Misses, Accidents, and RIDDORs.

Essential skills/experience you’ll need

• Demonstrable experience of working in a EHS role
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent certification (or working towards)
• Excellent verbal & written communication
• Exceptional organisational skills

Desirable skills/experience you may have

• Experience working in a HS&E role in a manufacturing environment
• Sound knowledge of ISO standards 9001, 14001 & 45001

Closing Date: November 5, 2026

Pay: £31,600.00 - £47,600.00

Annual Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of Work: 38.75

Job Level: Partnership Level 9

Where You'll Be Working: Herbert Parkinson, Harvest Mill, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 0HR

ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP

We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us. We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food‑lovers in Waitrose. As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect. We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we’re free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective. As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.

Important points to note:

• It’s important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre‑employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays.
• Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third‑party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles.
• We want all of our Partners to have a good work‑life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where possible.
• Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.

At the John Lewis Partnership we’re not just employees; we’re co‑owners, and that’s why we’re called Partners. Being a Partner means not only do we all collectively share the responsibilities of being the UK’s largest employee‑owned business, but we also share in its rewards and successes. It’s this ownership model that makes the Partnership a very unique place to work.