Health and Safety Adviser

EGGER; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Health and Safety Professional committed to enhancing safety standards. The role involves advising on legislation, conducting audits, and managing H&S projects. Competitive benefits and career development await those ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Health Cash Plan

Annual Christmas bonus

26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays

Comprehensive induction and training

Qualifications

• Minimum NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety required.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act and associated legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on safety legislation to the business.
• Oversee incident investigations and audits.
• Write and review internal H&S documentation.

Skills

Communication

Data Evaluation

Influencing Others

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health

NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

ISO 45001 Internal Auditor

Job description

Join our team as a Health and Safety Professional: make a difference in a leading manufacturing environment. Competitive benefits, career development, and varied role within a global, family-owned business. Apply Now!

Your Tasks

• Provide competent support, advice, and guidance on safety legislation and good practices to all levels of the business.
• Oversee incident and near miss investigations, providing the necessary input to ensure that the true root cause is identified and appropriate preventative action(s) are put in place.
• Plan and undertake audits as per the established audit schedule.
• Undertake and contribute to H&S projects.
• Data evaluation and production of monthly and ad hoc reports.
• Travel to and support other EGGER sites within the UK as required.
• Write and review internal health and safety documentation.
• Deputise for the Hexham Health and Safety Manager

Our Requirements

• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent qualification preferred, but minimum NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety required.
• Preferably have had experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstration of professional competence and development through providing evidence of continuing professional development.
• In-depth knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act and associated legislation and ACOPS.
• ISO 45001 Internal Auditor.
• Be passionate about safety with the ability to communicate with all levels of the business.
• Ability to positively influence others.
• Intermediate standard of IT, including competent use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

We Offer

The opportunity to join the largest manufacturing employer in Northumberland; focused on quality, customer service, the environment and sustainability. Competitive employee benefits (including a fuel/travel subsidy payment) and pension scheme. Rewarding and varied job role. Technologically advanced systems and processes. Comprehensive induction process, progressive training and development.

Other benefits include:

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• Private Health Cash Plan.
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• On-site restaurant.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Applications close 22 June 2025

Your Contact

Philip Maloney, HR, T 01434 602191