Health And Safety Officer

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to provide guidance on environmental health and safety matters. Responsibilities include managing HSE audits, driving safety engagement, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in health and safety management, aiming for continuous improvement in workplace safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety roles with knowledge of ISO 14001.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration across departments.
• Ability to drive safety culture and compliance effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with the Health and Safety Executive and lead audits.
• Drive initiatives to enhance safety culture across departments.
• Conduct EHS inspections and manage compliance documentation.

Skills

Safety management

EHS inspections and audits

Root cause analysis

Education

NEBOSH certification

Relevant degree in Environmental Health or Safety

Job description

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Health And Safety Officer, oxford district

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Client:

NES Fircroft

Location:

oxford district, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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About the Company

Join one of the leading food and beverage manufacturing companies in the UK.

About the Role

Provide assistance, guidance, and advice on environment, health, and safety matters as the business requires.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the relationship with the Health and Safety Executive and lead HSE Audits, closing out items raised in a timely manner and identifying improvements.
• Drive a culture of safety engagement across the HSW departments, building relationships across the site, driving initiatives, and communicating successes to all.
• Manage the COSHH manual in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Manage and submit data in compliance with Packaging Waste Regulations.
• Carry out EHS inspections and audits on and off site as necessary, identifying opportunities for remedial action and continuous improvements as well as covering legal and other requirements.
• Aid in the completion of accident investigations to identify root causes, helping to provide recommendations to prevent reoccurrence that are reasonable and practicable.
• Review policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure they are aligned with the management system and monitor compliance.
• Identify and keep records related to EHS, including ISO 14001 standard, waste, water, energy, and carbon footprinting.
• Collaborate with the Health & Safety Network to ensure compliance with company policy and operation to Best Practice standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with outsourced HS&E providers, where necessary streamlining operating standards.
• Maintain EHS systems and seek continuous improvement.
• Identify new technologies and best practices that positively impact HSW’s safety culture and environmental footprint, owning initiatives through to completion and implementation.
• Develop and deliver training for EHS requirements.
• Participate actively as a member of the HSW’s Plant Leadership Team (PLT).
• Handle departmental administration as necessary.