Health and Safety Assistant

Cummins Inc.; Welton; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Health and Safety Assistant in Daventry, UK, to provide administrative technical support for the Healy, Safety and Environmental department.

The role is on-site, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm, with responsibilities spanning data collection, policy maintenance, training support, and inspections. You will coordinate metrics, participate in audits, and promote a proactive safety culture while collaborating with teams across the business.

Formación

• Organisation and administrative skills to maintain records and coordinate activities.
• Strong communication to share information clearly, raise concerns, and promote safety.
• Attention to detail in data checks, documentation, and reporting.
• Collaborative approach to work across different teams.
• Proactive attitude towards health and safety with a focus on improvements.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and take responsibility for tasks.
• Education/experience as described: high school diploma and related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Some relevant work experience or intermediate-level knowledge gained through education or training.
• Understanding of health and safety principles, recordkeeping, and reporting processes.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate health and safety data collection, check information for accuracy, and maintain records.
• Maintain local health and safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Track and report monthly health and safety metrics through the incident management system.
• Maintain health and safety training materials and records, assisting with training delivery.
• Participate in health and safety inspections and audits, identifying risks and improvement opportunities.
• Report work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, and hazards promptly and escalate major issues.
• Support health, safety, and wellness initiatives to promote workplace safety.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives and assist with meeting preparation.
• Carry out quality checks, follow procedures, and raise issues to minimise risks.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support teams, completing required training and contributing to improvements.

Conocimientos

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Collaborative mindset

Proactive health & safety

Adaptability

Learning mindset

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in Industrial Safety or related field preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

We're looking for a talented Health and Safety Assistant to join our team, specialising in administrative technical support for our Healy, Safety and Environmental department in Daventry, UK. This is a permanent on site position, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Responsibilities

• . Coordinate health and safety data collection, check information for accuracy, and maintain records in line with corporate data protection and retention requirements.
• . Maintain local health and safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, ensuring records and documentation remain accurate and up to date.
• . Track and report monthly health and safety metrics through the enterprise incident management system, providing data and supporting trend analysis.
• . Maintain health and safety training materials and records, coordinating and assisting with the delivery of training programmes.
• . Participate in health and safety inspections and audits, helping identify potential risks and opportunities for improvement.
• . Report work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, and hazards promptly, escalating any major injury hazards and supporting appropriate reporting procedures.
• . Support health, safety, and wellness initiatives, promoting awareness and encouraging employees to take an active role in maintaining a safe workplace.
• . Coordinate employee engagement initiatives and assist with meeting preparation to support collaboration and a proactive health and safety culture.
• . Carry out quality checks, follow established procedures, and raise issues to help minimise risks and support continuous improvement.
• . Work collaboratively with colleagues and support teams, completing required training and contributing to improvements in safety, quality, and employee development.

Requirements

• . Good organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records, coordinate activities, and manage information effectively.
• . Strong communication skills, with the confidence to share information clearly, raise concerns, and promote health and safety awareness.
• . Good attention to detail, particularly when checking data, maintaining documentation, and preparing reports.
• . A collaborative approach, with the ability to build positive working relationships and work effectively with colleagues across different teams.
• . A proactive attitude towards health and safety, with a willingness to identify potential hazards, report concerns, and support workplace improvements.
• . The ability to adapt to changing priorities, take responsibility for assigned tasks, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop.
• . Education/Experience:
• . High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience that meets applicable regulations.
• . A college, university, or equivalent degree in Industrial Safety or a related field is preferred.
• . Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• . Some relevant work experience or intermediate-level knowledge gained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
• . An understanding of health and safety principles, recordkeeping, and reporting processes, with an interest in developing further knowledge of health and safety management systems.