Health and Safety Specialist

Atlassian; Tadcaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading textile manufacturer in Tadcaster is seeking a resilient Health and Safety Specialist to strengthen workplace safety. You will implement HSE systems, engage with staff, conduct training, and oversee compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a NEBOSH General Certificate and experience in a manufacturing environment. You will play a critical role in driving the company’s commitment to a safe and sustainable workplace, while managing risk assessments and audits.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) as a minimum.
• Experience in Health & Safety management within a manufacturing environment, including ISO standards.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and comply with quality, health & safety requirements.
• Improve Health & Safety culture through engagement and behavioural safety initiatives.
• Create and review risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work.

Skills

Health & Safety management

NEBOSH General Certificate

Microsoft Office

Education

Good level of secondary education, including Maths and English

Job description

Overview

At Camira, a leading innovator in sustainable textiles, we’re seeking a resilient and motivated Health and Safety Specialist for our Holmfirth site. You will play a key role in strengthening our commitment to a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace. Reporting to the Head of Health, Safety, and Environment, you’ll help implement and improve HSE systems, navigate complex challenges, and uphold our zero‑harm ethos.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Camira Code of Conduct and comply with all relevant quality, environmental, health & safety, data protection, and corporate legislative requirements.
• Improve the site’s Health & Safety culture through visibility, engagement, consultation, and behavioural safety initiatives.
• Create, review, and update risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work to reduce risks and impacts.
• Develop and deliver in‑house training and monthly HSE focus activities.
• Report and investigate accidents, incidents, and environmental events in line with Camira standards.
• Manage hazards and work with departments to ensure timely close‑out and incident prevention.
• Conduct internal HSE and legal compliance audits, managing non‑conformances to resolution.
• Support external audits, including ISO certification, client visits, and government inspections.
• Manage contractor compliance in accordance with contractor management standards.
• Integrate group HSE standards into the local site.
• Produce monthly H&S reports for management and the safety committee.
• Deliver HSE onboarding for all new employees.
• Maintain HSE management system documents and records.

Additional Daily Focus Areas

• Shop‑floor visibility and promotion of H&S values.
• Incident and hazard management.
• Contractor controls.
• Legal compliance oversight.
• Auditing and ISO standard management.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) as a minimum.
• Experience in Health & Safety management within a manufacturing environment, including ISO standards.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Good level of secondary education, including Maths and English.
• Full driving licence.

About Camira

Camira are a multi‑award‑winning textile manufacturer with two centuries of heritage and a forward‑thinking approach to innovation and sustainability. Camira designs and manufactures environmental fabrics for the commercial, public transport and residential sectors.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Camira, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our values. We adopt a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. Our inclusive culture ensures all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. If you require any adjustments and/or additional support during the interview process, please let the talent team know.

Values

Camira Values: Our success lies in our customer’s success. We focus on building long lasting relationships and delivering a brilliant customer experience to a global market using digital technologies. Our commitment to quality, health & safety, and environmental standards ensures we consistently deliver products and services that meet both customer and regulatory requirements. We do the right thing, no matter how hard. We uphold integrity, honesty, and transparency with our customers, our people, and the planet. We respect our resources and commit to making pioneering fabrics and delivering value‑added services that contribute positively to a more sustainable future.