Health And Safety Advisor

D R Newitt & Associates; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food business is seeking a Health Safety and Environmental Advisor to improve SHE performance and compliance. Candidates should have a Level 3 Health & Safety qualification and at least 5 years' experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include conducting audits, training, and risk assessments, supporting the reduction of SHE risks across the site. This position offers a negotiable package.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Health & Safety qualification.
• Environmental qualification is needed.
• At least 5 years' experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Support the continuous improvement of SHE performance.
• Help achieve and maintain full legal compliance.
• Conduct workplace inspections and risk assessments.

Skills

Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent)

Environmental qualification (IEMA or equivalent)

Experience in manufacturing or FMCG

Knowledge of BS ISO 45001 and environmental management systems

Conducting audits

Delivering training

Education

Level 3 Health & Safety qualification

Environmental qualification

Job description

Health Safety and Environmental Advisor

This brand name and leading UK business has positioned itself as at the forefront of the market it operates in. With an unrivalled reputation in the food and FMCG market sectors they have been expanding throughout the UK. Their site here in the Northwest produces some of their premier brands and has become known for the quality of their product. With the continued growth and a critical focus to health and safety there is a need to increase the already successful HS&E team.

Location: M65 Corridor

Position: Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor

Package: Negotiable

Duties

• The SHE Advisor will play a key role in supporting the continuous improvement of Safety, Health, and Environmental performance across the site.
• Support the reduction of SHE risks and hazards across the site.
• Help the site achieve and maintain full legal compliance.
• Deliver engaging and effective health & safety training and toolbox talks.
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions (RCA).
• Provide practical, solutions-focused SHE advice and support to all departments.
• Manage and audit contractors, visitors, and permit-to-work systems.
• Support group SHE initiatives, campaigns, and compliance audits.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure robust document control.
• Liaise with enforcement authorities and external stakeholders as required.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent).
• Environmental qualification (IEMA or equivalent).
• At least 5 years' experience in a similar role within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of BS ISO 45001 and environmental management systems.
• A collaborative, people-focused approach with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confident in conducting audits, investigations, and delivering training.