Health And Safety Officer

Reed; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Kent seeks a motivated Health & Safety Officer to manage health and safety documentation and compliance across operations. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in relevant fields such as engineering or construction, and holds necessary Health & Safety qualifications. The role offers a fixed-term contract with competitive salary and benefits, including medical and pension schemes.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Medical Cash Plan

Generous pension scheme

Onsite parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to MyGymDiscounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role.
• High standard of education in relevant fields.
• Must hold a UK driving licence for manual vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review health and safety documentation.
• Enhance processes to control identified risks.
• Attend remote sites to engage with team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Health & Safety regulations knowledge

Experience in engineering or construction

Education

A Level standard or equivalent in IT, science, or engineering

Health & Safety qualification (similar to CITB’s SMSTS)

Job description

Health & Safety Officer

• Annual Salary: £45,000pa
• Location: Kent
• Job Type: Fixed Term Contract(24 months)
• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

REED HR have partnered with a fantastic company in Kent who are seeking a motivated, dynamic, and proactive Health & Safety Officer with experience in engineering, operational IT, or construction settings. This role is central to ensuring that all health, safety, and compliance documentation and controls are effectively managed across theiroperations.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop and review team health and safety documentation.
• Enhance existing processes and procedures to manage and control identified risks effectively.
• Attend works at remote sites to engage with team members and develop relevant documentation and practices.
• Develop and deliver induction materials and site briefings.
• Lead on the implementation and embedding of changes resulting from new documentation or procedures.
• Identify and source appropriate training to ensure the team’s skills are up-to-date.
• Manage contractors to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Liaise with other departments to manage risks consistently across the organisation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in an engineering, operational IT, or construction setting.
• Holds a Health & Safety qualification (similar or equivalent to CITB’s SMSTS).
• Knowledge of relevant H&S regulations such as Working at Height, LOLER, and PUWER.
• High standard of education, with a minimum of A Level standard or equivalent in IT, science, or engineering related topics.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to develop effective working relationships.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and progress work with minimal supervision.
• Must hold UK driving licence for manual vehicles.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays).
• Medical Cash Plan.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Onsite parking with electric charging.
• Access to Occupational Health, Mindfulness, Counselling, and Physiotherapy.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Car-leasing scheme.
• Access to MyGymDiscounts.

To apply for this Health & Safety Officer position, please submit your CVdetailing your relevant experience.