Health & Safety Advisor

Acorn by Synergie; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Henstridge is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, and excellent communication skills. This full-time, permanent role offers up to £50,000 DOE with opportunities to drive meaningful change in the company's safety culture.

Benefits

Secure position in a growing company

Opportunity to drive meaningful change

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a health and safety role.
• Strong knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to train and influence others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across sites.
• Conduct HSE inductions and deliver training plans.
• Investigate accidents and implement preventative actions.

Skills

Health and safety compliance

Accident investigation

Training and induction

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

NEBOSH or similar qualification

Job description

Overview

Health & Safety Advisor

Henstridge | Days | Up to £50,000 DOE | Full-Time, Permanent

Acorn by Synergie are currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join our team at a well-established manufacturing company based in Henstridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HSE professional who is passionate about creating and maintaining a safe working environment across multiple sites. You will play a key role in ensuring consistent compliance with health and safety legislation and supporting a proactive safety culture.

What’s on Offer

• A secure, full-time, permanent position in a growing company.
• The opportunity to drive meaningful change in health and safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• As the Health and Safety Advisor, your responsibilities will include:
• Ensuring a consistent approach to health and safety standards across all sites.
• Keeping up to date with all relevant HSE legislation and implementing any required changes.
• Reviewing and updating company health and safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Conducting HSE inductions for new staff and delivering toolbox talks and training plans for current employees.
• Investigating accidents, incidents, and near misses to identify risks and implement preventative actions.
• Collaborating with site managers and supervisors to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
• Developing and managing safety initiatives and programs across the business.
• Providing advice and support to employees on all health, safety, and environmental matters.
• Keeping accurate records of all incidents, investigations, and HSE interventions.
• Liaising with external regulatory bodies such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a health and safety role, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• A strong knowledge of current health and safety legislation and how to apply it in practical settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and influence others.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Relevant qualifications (NEBOSH or similar) are highly desirable.

Apply

If you're a confident and capable Health & Safety Advisor ready to make an impact in a thriving manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you!

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