Health and Safety Officer

Talented People; Slinfold; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Contributory pension

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Christmas closure

Onsite parking

Job summary

Talented People Solutions is recruiting a Health & Safety Officer for a part‑time, permanent role in Horsham. The role offers potential progression to full‑time and involves hands‑on management of safety across the site.

The successful candidate will oversee risk assessments, implement controls, keep policies up to date and deliver in‑house training. IOSH/NEBOSH qualifications are desirable, with strong communication and a proactive safety approach.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, compliance and risk assessments.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and implementing control measures.
• Experience in incident investigation and implementing corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Practical, proactive approach to workplace safety in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day Health & Safety activities across the site.
• Complete and review risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing control measures.
• Review and update Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Coordinate workplace inspections, safety walks and compliance checks.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain compliance records, databases and maintenance schedules.
• Deliver in-house Health & Safety training and work with HR to maintain training records.
• Provide practical Health & Safety advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Identify unsafe working practices and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

IOSH/NEBOSH qualification desirable

Job description

Health & Safety Officer

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part-Time, with potential for Full-Time

Talented People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client, an established manufacturing and engineering business based in Horsham, for an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join their team.

This is a hands‑on position, working closely with managers and employees to maintain Health & Safety standards, ensure compliance and promote a positive safety culture across the business.

The role is part‑time, although there is also the opportunity for a full‑time position incorporating additional responsibilities supporting the Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day Health & Safety activities across the site.
• Complete and review risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing control measures.
• Review and update Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Coordinate workplace inspections, safety walks and compliance checks.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain compliance records, databases and maintenance schedules.
• Deliver in‑house Health & Safety training and work alongside HR to maintain training records.
• Provide practical Health & Safety advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Identify unsafe working practices and promote continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Health & Safety role.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Engineering industry experience would be advantageous.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification desirable.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, compliance and risk assessments.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Confident working independently and alongside operational teams.
• Proactive, practical approach to workplace safety.

Working Hours & Benefits

The business operates Monday to Friday, with part‑time hours to be discussed.

Benefits include:

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Christmas closure.
• Onsite parking.

Please note: Due to the location of the business, applicants must have their own transport.