Health & Safety Advisor

Shirley Parsons Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial processing organisation is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with legislation and promote a positive safety culture at their Maidstone site. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and hold a NEBOSH General Certificate. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments and providing guidance to site teams. This position offers a salary range of £38,000 to £46,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Package Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a Health & Safety role.
• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Champion the delivery of Health & Safety standards.
• Lead risk assessments to improve safety.
• Take ownership of incident investigations.

Skills

Health & Safety management

Risk assessment

Effective communication

Compliance with legislation

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

IOSH membership

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Maidstone, Kent

Permanent

GBP38,000 GBP46,000 + Package Benefits

We are seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to join a leading industrial processing organisation at their site in Maidstone. Working within an established UK SHEQ structure, you will support operational teams, ensure compliance with legislation, and help maintain a strong, positive safety culture across the facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion the delivery of Group Health & Safety standards, empowering site teams to work safely and confidently.
• Lead meaningful risk assessments that drive practical, effective safety improvements across operations.
• Take ownership of incident and near‑miss investigations, helping the site learn, adapt, and continuously improve.
• Carry out proactive inspections and audits, identifying opportunities to enhance safety performance and culture.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and supervisors, providing clear guidance that shapes safe, compliant working practices.

About You:

• Experience in Health & Safety within manufacturing, waste, construction, logistics, industrial processing, or similar high‑risk environments.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a Health & Safety role.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) essential; IOSH membership desirable.
• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence and support at all levels.

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Vacancy Owner: Daniel Kuijper (url removed) () (phone number removed)