Health and safety Advisor

Orion Electrotech; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Recycling sector is looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to shape H&S strategy and manage day-to-day safety operations. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of EHS experience in the manufacturing sector, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications. This role will involve supporting site management, conducting audits, and delivering training while encouraging a safety-first culture.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Clear progression path

Supportive, collaborative team

Qualifications

• 3 years EHS experience in UK manufacturing or waste sectors.
• Must have experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to influence change and strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Support site management on EHS matters.
• Conduct audits and inspections for H&S standards.
• Deliver EHS training and investigate incidents.

Skills

EHS experience

Strong IT skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor (HSEA)

Health And Safety Advisor Salary: GBP30,000 - GBP40,000

Orion is partnered with a well-established Recycling company located in Warwickshire which is recruiting for a confident and enthusiastic Health and Safety Advisor. They are looking for a strong team player who has a collaborative approach to team leadership

The focus of this Health and Safety Advisor is :

• Strategic Development:Shape and steer the H&S strategy across site ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

• Operational Execution: Directly manage day-to-day safety operations, ensuring compliance with all H&S legislation, enhancing our safety systems, and leading our safety team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support site management on day-to-day EHS matters
• Assist in developing and implementing EHS systems
• Prepare guidance documents to meet legal and regulatory standards
• Keep EHS noticeboards up to date
• Conduct audits and inspections for H&S and environmental standards
• Maintain EHS data across internal and external systems
• Ensure legal assessments (PUWER, LOLER, PRN) are completed
• Manage COSHH use and storage
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies
• Track safety performance metrics
• Deliver EHS training, toolbox talks, and briefings
• Investigate incidents and produce reports
• Monitor PTW and risk assessments; involve staff in hazard ID
• Coordinate emergency drills
• Step in for the EHS Manager when needed
• Stay updated on EHS legislation and advise on changes
• Complete customer EHS questionnaires
• Support ISO, RecyClass, and other accreditation efforts

What We re Looking For:

• 3 years EHS experience in UK manufacturing or waste sectors
• IOSH Managing Safely (or working towards)
• Ability to influence change on site
• Strong IT skills
• Risk assessment and legislation knowledge
• Problem-solving and communication skills
• Confident working independently on-site
• Team player with a hands-on approach
• Must have experience in fast paced manufacturing environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: GBP28,000 - GBP40,000 DOE
• Pension contribution
• Clear progression path
• Supportive, collaborative team

Hours: Monday to Friday, onsite only (no hybrid)

If you like the look of this Health and Safety Advisor role then click and apply or if you would like further information please contact Katie Maisey at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury

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