Health & Safety Graduate

Prospects; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospects in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Health & Safety graduate for a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This varied programme empowers you to contribute fresh ideas while developing essential safety skills and professional growth.

You will receive 1-to-1 coaching, dedicated mentors, and bespoke development to accelerate your career. The role includes on‑the‑job training, potential rotation across areas, and strong support for CPD and training courses.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Health & Safety.
• Professional membership IOSH/IEMA/CQI is desirable.
• Strong communication, teamwork and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with risk assessments and safe working practices.
• Monitor protective and preventative measures on site.
• Support SWPs and SOP rollout with production.
• Conduct low/medium level H&S tasks and assist with training.
• Assist in COSHH assessments and chemical handling/storage.
• Support Occupational Health programmes and CPD activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Recognised Degree in Health & Safety

IOSH/IEMA/CQI membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety graduate to join our business. This varied role will provide you with an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of Health & Safety within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You may not have previously considered a career in food production but our graduate programme is designed to empower and engage our people. We believe in nurturing talent and helping individuals realise their full potential. Your fresh perspective, skills, and passion will make a tangible impact on our business and the industry as a whole. Imagine being part of a company that values integrity, trust, and creating better food naturally. By investing in innovation and sustainability, we aspire to become a key partner for new and existing customers. With our Brighter Futures Graduate Programme, you'll have the chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment, working alongside passionate people who will help you unlock your full potential.

With us you would receive:

• 1-to-1 coaching, dedicated mentors, and bespoke management development to help you grow professionally.
• Fast track career progression and the potential to rotate to different areas of the business, broadening your horizons and giving you the chance to explore new challenges.
• The opportunity to learn from passionate and knowledgeable people with invaluable on-the-job training.
• Investment in residential offsite training and team building to further enhance your skills, ensuring you stay ahead of the game.

Responsibilities

• Assistance in undertaking H?
• Monitoring and reviewing protective and preventative measures on site whilst supporting the planning and implementation of these measures;
• Conducting Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices (SWPs) with support from the Health ?
• Working alongside and supporting production in rolling out SWPs and SOP’s;
• A proactive approach to H?
• General H?
• Assist with H?
• Conduct low/medium level H?
• Assist with the organization of site training i.e. accident investigation, manual handing;
• Assisting in the development of the H?
• Completion of COSHH assessments and chemical handling/storage requirements;
• Support the required Occupational Health programmes in place by the Company;
• Monitor and maintain site H?
• To work with a continuous improvement mindset;
• Maintain and attend courses to develop, maintain and acquire knowledge to maintain your CPD.

Qualifications

• Recognised Degree in Health ?
• Professional Membership IOSH/ IEMA/ CQI;
• Highly motivated, ambitious and commercially minded;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Knowledge of continuous improvement;
• Excellent time management;
• Understanding of team dynamics, demonstrating the ability to work as an active and constructive member of a team with a professional enthusiastic attitude;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.