Health & Safety Advisor

VanRath; Omagh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Omagh is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to enhance workplace safety and foster a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate and experience in industrial settings. This role involves supporting HSE regulations, conducting safety reviews, and leading training initiatives. Competitive, negotiable salary and career advancement opportunities available.

Benefits

Competitive, negotiable salary based on experience

Career advancement opportunities in a global business

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of current safety and environmental legislation.
• Practical knowledge of risk management frameworks including COSHH, RIDDOR, and DSE.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and adherence to HSE regulations and internal standards.
• Monitor and report key safety and environmental performance indicators.
• Lead regular site safety reviews and facilitate HSE discussions.
• Investigate incidents or near misses and ensure accurate reporting.

Skills

Understanding of current safety and environmental legislation

Experience in risk management frameworks

Health and Safety training facilitation

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Job description

VANRATH is proud to be partnering with a leading global manufacturer in the search for a Health & Safety Advisor to join their expanding team in Omagh. This is a superb opportunity to join a high-performing organisation that invests in its people and encourages internal progression.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining safe systems of work and promoting a strong safety culture across the site. This position is ideal for someone keen to grow their HSE career in a forward-thinking, international environment.

Location: Based on-site in Omagh
Hours: Monday to Friday

Package & Benefits

• Competitive, negotiable salary based on experience

• Career advancement opportunities in a global business

• Comprehensive benefits package

Main Duties & Focus Areas

• Support the implementation and adherence to HSE regulations and internal standards.

• Monitor and report key safety and environmental performance indicators.

• Lead regular site safety reviews and coordinate cross-functional HSE discussions.

• Participate in insurance and incident claim processes, providing necessary documentation and input.

• Regularly evaluate and update workplace safety procedures and environmental protocols.

• Contribute to HSE-related projects and initiatives that improve operational performance.

• Investigate incidents or near misses, ensuring accurate reporting and follow-up actions.

• Act as the point of contact for external bodies including health professionals, insurers, and compliance authorities.

• Deliver health and safety training and support colleagues with awareness campaigns.

• Work closely with all departments to embed a proactive approach to risk management and safety best practices.

What We're Looking For

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification in Health & Safety

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial setting

• Strong understanding of current safety and environmental legislation

• Practical knowledge of risk management frameworks including COSHH, RIDDOR, and DSE

For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves via Vanrath.