Health Safety & Environmental Officer

Lord Search & Selection; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job description

Health, Safety & Environmental leadership in an advanced manufacturing and engineering environment
Gloucester
Up to £50,000 pa + Extensive Benefits Package

Champion Safety, Drive Culture, Make a Difference!

Are you a hands-on, proactive HSE professional looking for your next big challenge? Ready to play a pivotal role in shaping safety culture in a complex, high-risk manufacturing environment?

We're on the lookout for an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join a forward-thinking engineering business that's serious about safety. You'll lead from the front, managing day-to-day tactical HSE activities while helping to shape long-term strategy and drive best practice across the site.

The Role:

1. Leading onsite health & safety management with a clear focus on legal compliance and continuous improvement
2. Driving implementation and maintenance of ISO 45001 H&S systems
3. Delivering hands-on risk assessments, audits, inspections and behavioural safety initiatives
4. Investigating incidents and driving real root-cause analysis and corrective actions
5. Empowering teams through engaging toolbox talks, training sessions, and committee leadership
6. Promoting a culture of ownership and proactive safety engagement across all levels

The Person:

1. Strong HSE experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering setting
2. NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum (Diploma desirable)
3. In-depth knowledge of UK H&S law and ISO 45001 requirements
4. A confident communicator, influencer and collaborator with a sharp eye for risk and compliance
5. Passion for people, continuous improvement, and embedding positive behavioural change

Bonus Points If You:

1. Understand lean manufacturing principles
2. Have experience leading site-based HSE systems and working cross-functionally
3. Are ready to be a visible, trusted presence on the shop floor and beyond
4. Have any exposure to the ISO 50001 Energy Management System

This is your chance to make a lasting impact on a business that values health, safety, and wellbeing-not just on paper, but in practice. You'll be given autonomy, support, and the opportunity to help shape a best-in-class safety culture.

How to apply

To apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting job reference 9977.

Desired Skills and Experience: HSE, Health & Safety, ISO 45001, Change, Culture, Engineering, Manufacturing, NEBOSH, IOSH