Environmental, Health & Safety Advisor

NP Aerospace Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance rewards

Flexible hours

Holiday entitlement

Reservist leave

Pension scheme

Life cover

Health plan

Career development

Team culture

Job summary

NP Aerospace Limited in Coventry is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor to support and improve EHS systems across our sites. You will report to the EHS Manager and work with managers and operators to ensure compliance and foster a strong safety culture.

This hands-on role covers inspections, risk assessments, investigations and training in a complex defence manufacturing environment. AI tools experience is preferred or a willingness to learn and apply them on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Experience in manufacturing/EHS with UK legislation.
• Experience conducting inspections and risk assessments.
• Ability to maintain EHS records and reports.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Willingness to learn & apply AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation and improvement of EHS systems.
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and track actions.
• Maintain registers, metrics and compliance records.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and awareness campaigns.
• Coordinate regulatory or certification activities.

Skills

EHS experience

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

AI tools familiarity

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Tools

AI tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Coventry, UK

Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri)

Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent – onsite

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

About the role

Help us build a workplace where everyone goes home safely.

We are looking for a practical and proactive Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor to support the delivery and continual improvement of environmental, health and safety arrangements across our Coventry sites. Reporting to the EHS Manager, you will work closely with managers, supervisors and employees to help ensure legal compliance, reduce risk and strengthen a positive safety culture.

This is a hands‑on role within a complex manufacturing environment. You will provide day‑to‑day advice, complete workplace inspections and risk assessments, support incident investigations, maintain EHS records and help deliver improvement actions, training and awareness activities.

If you enjoy being visible on the shop floor, building constructive relationships and turning EHS requirements into practical improvements, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a growing defence manufacturer.

What you’ll get in return

• Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
• Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
• Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions
• Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
• Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
• Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
• Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

What you’ll be doing

You’ll support the effective day‑to‑day operation and continual improvement of our Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems across our Coventry sites. This includes supporting ISO 14001 arrangements and the development and implementation of ISO 45001 requirements, while providing practical advice to managers, supervisors and employees.

You’ll spend time in operational areas completing workplace inspections, audits, risk assessments and task observations. Working with responsible managers, you’ll agree corrective actions, monitor progress and support programmes covering COSHH, DSEAR, PUWER, LOLER, waste, environmental controls and other applicable requirements.

You’ll support incident, near‑miss and hazard investigations through evidence gathering, root‑cause analysis, action tracking and sharing lessons learned. You’ll also maintain accurate registers, metrics and compliance records, prepare information for internal and external audits, and help coordinate regulatory or certification activity.

You’ll help deliver inductions, toolbox talks, briefings and awareness campaigns, promote hazard reporting and good housekeeping, and support emergency preparedness activities including fire safety, first aid and drills. You’ll keep informed of relevant legal and industry developments and translate changes into practical business actions.

Our team embraces modern technologies, including AI‑assisted tools, to work smarter and deliver better results. Candidates should either have experience using AI tools or demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply them in their role.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for an approachable EHS professional who combines sound technical knowledge with a practical, collaborative style. You’ll be comfortable working across office, engineering and manufacturing areas and able to challenge constructively where standards are not being met.

Essential

• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Relevant EHS experience within manufacturing, engineering or another operational environment, with working knowledge of UK environmental, health and safety legislation and practical risk management.
• Experience completing workplace inspections, risk assessments and incident or near‑miss investigations, with the ability to agree and monitor corrective actions.
• Ability to maintain accurate EHS records, registers and reports, with an organised and self‑motivated approach.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, provide practical advice and influence positive behaviour across operational teams.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications and experience using AI tools, or a willingness to learn and apply them appropriately within the role.

Desirable

• Experience within defence, aerospace, engineering or another highly regulated manufacturing industry.
• Experience supporting ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems and audit programmes, with knowledge of areas such as COSHH, DSEAR, PUWER, LOLER, REACH, waste management or environmental compliance.
• Technical membership of IOSH, or active progression towards an appropriate professional membership level; additional environmental, fire safety, first aid or internal‑auditing qualifications would also be beneficial.

What do we do at NP Aerospace?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high‑performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, andour vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutionsthat solve our customers' complex challenges.Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedicationform the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat‑proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next‑generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy:NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.