Health And Safety Advisor

The Collective Network Limited; Mid Suffolk; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the food and drinks industry is seeking a Junior Health & Safety Advisor in Suffolk. This entry-level role offers a salary of £30,000 - £35,000. The successful candidate will be actively involved on the shop floor, supporting the Health & Safety team, conducting inspections, and promoting a positive safety culture. Benefits include a performance bonus, pension contribution, and health perks.

Benefits

5% pension contribution

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with no extensive experience required.
• Desire to support others in following safety procedures.
• Respectful and approachable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the Health & Safety team with documentation and compliance.
• Train colleagues on safe working practices.
• Carry out inspections and audits to spot hazards.

Skills

Team-player attitude

Proactive and positive

Willingness to learn

Job description

Junior Health & Safety Advisor - Suffolk

£30,000 - £35,000 benefits | Full Time | 37.5 hours per week

We're The Collective Network, and we're looking for someone who wants to kickstart a career in Health & Safety – hands‑on, on the shop floor, making a real difference. Our client is a major player in the food and drinks industry, producing high‑quality ingredients enjoyed by companies and consumers alike. Their Stowmarket site is busy, fast‑paced, and looking for a Junior Health & Safety Advisor who's ready to get stuck in from day one. This isn't a desk job. You'll be on the floor, observing, coaching, auditing, and helping make sure safety comes first. You'll be part of the Health & Safety team, gaining real hands‑on experience while supporting the site to run safely and efficiently.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting the Health & Safety team with documentation, reporting, and compliance.
• Helping train and guide colleagues on safe ways of working.
• Embedding H&S policies and procedures into day‑to‑day operations.
• Carrying out inspections and audits – spotting hazards before they become incidents.
• Supporting incident investigations and helping implement corrective actions.
• Running emergency drills and ensuring everyone knows what to do.
• Contributing to risk assessments, gap analysis, and problem solving.
• Promoting a positive safety culture across the site – making sure everyone understands why safety matters.
• Basically, if something's unsafe, confusing, or could be done better, you'll be helping fix it.

Who we're looking for:

• Someone keen to learn and grow in Health & Safety.
• Team‑player attitude – collaborating with colleagues across the site.
• Proactive, positive, and hands‑on – not afraid to ask questions or speak up.
• Able to follow policies and procedures and support others in doing the same.
• Respectful, approachable, and keen to help make the workplace safer.
• No extensive experience required – this is an entry‑level position, perfect for someone who wants to get into Health & Safety the right way, starting on the shop floor.

What's in it for you:

• £30,000 per year plus a performance bonus.
• 5% pension contribution.
• Health & wellbeing perks – Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance.
• Flexible working to help balance work and life.
• A chance to work for a company committed to quality, sustainability, and supporting its employees.
• Real responsibility from day one – this isn't a "make tea and file papers" role.

Apply now and start building your career in Health & Safety, Suffolk.