Health and Safety Technician-12 Month FTC

Michael Page (UK); Leicester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Health and Safety professional to investigate incidents, conduct audits, and coach managers in a manufacturing environment. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 per annum, a fixed-term contract with professional growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme and private health coverage.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Private health scheme

Employee discount scheme

Annual pay reviews

Profit-related pay

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food sector.
• Understanding of safety systems, auditing, and compliance.
• Associate or Technical IOSH membership or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Investigate incidents and identify improvements.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Coach managers and supervisors on health and safety responsibilities.
• Drive safety campaigns and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Coaching skills

Attention to detail

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent

Job description

• Training and Growth Opportunities
• Great Benefits

About Our Client

A family business producing high quality own-label products for many of the UK's best-known retailers along with own brands

Job Description

• Investigating incidents and identifying improvements
• Conducting inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Coaching managers and supervisors on H&S responsibilities
• Supporting training, inductions, and contractor controls
• Driving safety campaigns, initiatives, and continuous improvement projects
• Deputising for the H&S Manager when needed

Monday- Friday 08.30 - 17.00

The Successful Applicant

• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent (EQF Level 4)
• 1-2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment (food preferred)
• Associate or Technical IOSH membership (or working towards it)
• Understanding of safety systems, auditing, and legislative compliance
• Strong communication, coaching, and influencing skills
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for keeping people safe

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary at £45,000 annum
• Fixed-term contract with opportunities for professional growth.
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private health scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Experience annual pay reviews
• Profit related pay