Health and Safety Officer

Vivo Talent; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job description

Health and Safety Officer / H&S / NEBOSH / Redditch / GBP28,000

Health and Safety Officer - Are you passionate about promoting a positive health and safety culture? We're looking for a Health and Safety Officer to join a fantastic manufacturing business. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards while driving continuous improvement across the business.

• Location: Redditch
• Salary: GBP26,000 - GBP28,000
• Skills: H&S Experience / NVQ Level 3

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the creation, review, and maintenance of operational risk assessments.
• Develop and implement safe working procedures, considering all relevant hazards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits, ensuring corrective actions are taken.
• Investigate accidents/incidents and recommend measures to prevent recurrence.
• Provide training and guidance on key H&S areas (fire safety, first aid, manual handling, etc.).
• Carry out COSHH assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Support Directors and Managers in making compliant, safety-driven decisions.

What We're Looking For:

• Relevant H&S qualification (NVQ Level 3 / NEBOSH General Certificate).
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train and engage staff at all levels.
• A proactive team player with a passion for driving H&S standards.
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Desirable (but not essential):

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety role.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Membership of IOSH (or similar institution).

Interested? Please apply for more information and a discussion with the recruitment consultant.