Health and Safety Advisor

Prime Appointments Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist interiors company in Ipswich is seeking a dynamic Health & Safety Advisor to join the team on a permanent basis. This role involves ensuring compliance and driving a strong safety culture across workshop and on-site operations. The ideal candidate should hold a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate and have strong organisational and communication skills, with experience in construction or manufacturing environments preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in construction or manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to advisor on health and safety matters.
• Conduct regular site inspections and address safety concerns.
• Write and review comprehensive Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Lead and chair Health & Safety forums and provide insights.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Support compliance with ISO management systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor - Permanent
Ipswich

We are partnering with a specialist interiors company renowned for delivering high-end commercial fit-out and bespoke joinery projects. They are now seeking a dynamic and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to join the team on a permanent basis, ensuring compliance and driving a strong safety culture across both workshop and on-site operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated H&S professional looking to make a lasting impact within a supportive and quality-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the go-to advisor on all health and safety matters, providing expert guidance and support across the business
• Conduct regular site inspections, liaise with subcontractors, and promptly address any safety concerns
• Write and review comprehensive Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and COSHH Assessments
• Lead and chair Health & Safety forums, delivering key findings and actionable insights to senior management
• Investigate incidents, prepare detailed reports, and ensure effective implementation of corrective actions
• Support ongoing compliance with ISO management systems (9001, 14001, 45001) and other accreditations
• Drive continuous improvement and help embed a strong safety-first culture across all levels of the organisation

Requirements:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (essential)
• Strong organisational, IT, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in construction or manufacturing environments is preferred
• First Aid and CSCS card (desirable)

If you're a motivated professional ready to make a real impact in health and safety on a fixed-term contract apply now or contact Lauren at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat.

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