Health And Safety Officer

Reed; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is seeking an experienced HSE Professional to support compliance and uphold health and safety standards across various operational areas in Kent. The successful candidate will conduct audits, prepare risk assessments, and manage safety training. This role offers career development opportunities, a supportive team culture, and healthcare benefits after six months. With 31 days of annual leave, this position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals.

Benefits

31 days of annual leave

NEST pension scheme

Healthcare benefits after probation

Enhanced maternity/paternity after 2 years

Company wellness days

Qualifications

• Experience conducting health and safety audits.
• Ability to prepare and review risk assessments.
• Strong communication skills for delivering toolbox talks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits across sites, offices, and factory environments.
• Complete accident and investigation reports.
• Monitor health and safety policies and training compliance.

Skills

Experience in Health & Safety

Familiarity with Quality and Environmental audits (ISO 9001/14001)

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely

First Aid Training

Job description

Reed HRare delighted to be assisting a well-established and growing organisation in their search for a proactive and detail-orientedHSEProfessionalto join their team based in Kent.

About the Company:

Our client has been operating successfully across the UK for over a decade, delivering high-quality services within the domestic and residential sectors. With all operations managed in-house, they pride themselves on agility, innovation, and maintaining high standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business in a dynamic growth phase.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Join a fast-paced and expanding company in the fire protection industry.
• Clear pathways for career development.
• Supportive and inclusive team culture.
• 31 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown).
• Regular salary reviews.
• Healthcare benefits after six months.

Role Overview:

This is a key role within the business, supporting the Compliance Manager and working closely with senior leadership. You’ll be responsible for ensuring health, safety, quality, and environmental standards are upheld across various operational areas including office, factory, and project sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct audits across sites, offices, and factory environments.
• Complete accident and investigation reports.
• Prepare and review RAMS, risk assessments, SSOW/SOPs.
• Monitor health and safety policies and training compliance.
• Attend internal and external project meetings.
• Manage fleet and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Support SSIP scheme setup and compliance.
• Deliver toolbox talks and provide HSQE advice.
• Liaise with third-party consultants and senior management.
• Implement and maintain IMS procedures and policies.

Key Performance Indicators:

• RIDDOR and accident reporting.
• Audit feedback and resolution.
• Training compliance and records.
• Annual audit outcomes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in Health & Safety.
• Familiarity with Quality and Environmental audits (ISO 9001/14001).
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.
• IOSH Managing Safely.
• First Aid Training.

Ideal Candidate Traits:

• Professional and discreet.
• Self-motivated and confident.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Able to produce high-quality reports and take ownership.
• Flexible and adaptable to business needs.

Benefits:

• 31 days’ annual leave (including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown).
• Enhanced leave with length of service.
• NEST pension scheme.
• Healthcare benefits after probation.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity after 2 years.
• Company wellness days.

Equal Opportunities:

Our client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds and experiences.