Health & Safety Advisor

Blue Arrow; Thornton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Health & Safety Advisor to ensure compliance and promote safety culture. The role requires NEBOSH certification and involves conducting audits and inspections. This is an immediate start position based in Thornton, with a salary of up to £39,873.90 per annum. Benefits include 26 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days holiday + statutory holidays

Pension scheme (up to 5% matched)

Death in service cover (4x basic salary)

Business expenses reimbursed

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent is essential.
• Membership of IOSH or IIRSM is required.
• Experience in risk assessment and safety audits is critical.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain safety policies and emergency response plans.

Skills

Strong understanding of health and safety regulations

Excellent communication skills

Experience in risk assessment

Proficient ICT skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Membership of IOSH or IIRSM

Job description

Job Advert: Health & Safety Advisor (Initial 3-Month Contract)

Salary: Up to £39,873.90 per annum

Contract Type: Initial 3-month contract

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm)

Location: Thornton Facility - FY7

Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to join our team on a short-term contract basis. This role is critical in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of employees, visitors, and the environment across our operational sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, particularly in waste management.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement control measures.
• Develop and maintain safety policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, ensuring accurate reporting and corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and stakeholders on safety matters.
• Manage health and safety data systems and reporting mechanisms.

Requirements

Essential

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
• Membership of IOSH or IIRSM.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety audits.
• Excellent communication and ICT skills.

Desirable

• NEBOSH National Diploma or Level 6 qualification.
• Experience in waste processing or similar environments.
• Project management and people management experience.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday + statutory holidays (pro rata)
• Pension scheme (up to 5% matched)
• Death in service cover (4x basic salary)
• Business expenses reimbursed (including mileage at HMRC rates)

If you're a safety-focused professional with a passion for driving high standards and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to make an immediate impact.

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