Health, Safety and Environmental

Hunter Savage; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety consultancy is looking for a Health, Safety, and Environmental Officer in Coleraine. The ideal candidate will lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives, ensure compliance with regulations, and improve workplace safety culture. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and previous industry experience. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a chance to impact workplace safety positively.

Qualifications

• Must have 3rd Level qualification in a related field.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Previous industrial experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the introduction and management of health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Conduct regular audits to identify gaps in procedures.
• Create a safe working environment focusing on accident prevention.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in office applications

Education

3rd Level qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Health, Safety, and Environmental Officer
Location: Coleraine, Northern Ireland
Reporting To: Engineering & EHS Manager

About the Role:
We are currently recruiting for a Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Officer to join a growing team in the Engineering & EHS department. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the implementation of health, safety, and environmental procedures across the site, ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements, and driving a culture of safety throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the introduction and ongoing management of health, safety, and environmental procedures on-site.
• Act as an advisor on health, safety, and environmental matters to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Conduct regular audits to identify gaps in procedures and ensure the company meets all EHS regulatory requirements.
• Create a safe working environment with a commitment to accident and mishap prevention.
• Assist the Engineering & EHS Manager in driving the EHS agenda and ensuring continuous improvement.
• Participate in required training and maintain up-to-date personal training records.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, rules, and regulations.
• Coordinate energy audits and recommend energy-saving initiatives.
• Adapt to the evolving needs of the role and contribute to the overall business objectives.

EHS Specific Responsibilities:

• Ensure the site adheres to company EHS policies and meets GxPand EHS regulatory requirements.
• Lead and facilitate EHS meetings and manage KPIs to drive performance improvement.
• Conduct regular EHS inspections and manage the creation and periodic review of risk assessments.
• Oversee the management of COSHH on-site.
• Report on carbon emissions and manage the associated reporting requirements.
• Investigate near misses and encourage safety suggestions from staff.
• Manage contractors ensuring adherence to EHS guidelines, including reviewing risk assessments and method statements.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• 3rd Level qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Previous industrial experience.
• Computer literate with proficiency in office applications.

Desirable:

• 2+ years of experience in a Health, Safety, and Environmental role.
• NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical, food, or allied industries.