Health & Safety Officer

WRS Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer for a role in Newport, UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, developing safety policies, conducting audits, and delivering training. A competitive salary of up to £38,000 is offered, along with various benefits including internal progression pathways and employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £38,000

£250 employee referral reward

Employee discount for friends & family

Learning and development opportunities

Internal progression pathways

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Health & Safety management.
• Proven experience implementing Fire Risk Assessments.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
• Deliver comprehensive Health & Safety training to employees.

Skills

Health & Safety management

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Compliance with H&S legislation

Risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH National Fire Certificate

COSHH trained

Job description

Overview

Health & Safety Officer — Up to £38,000 — Newport. Our Client is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join their team in Newport. You will coordinate, support, and advise on all aspects of Health and Safety, ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards across the business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• Deliver comprehensive Health & Safety training to employees
• Investigate and report incidents and accidents
• Collaborate with department heads to maintain a safe working environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £38,000
• £250 employee referral reward
• Employee discount for friends & family
• Learning and development opportunities
• Internal progression pathways
• Free on-site parking

Schedule

• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, shifts between 08:00-17:30

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Health & Safety management
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH National Fire Certificate in Fire Safety & Fire Safety Management
• COSHH trained
• Experience implementing and monitoring Fire Risk Assessments
• Skilled in advising managers, handling investigations, and delivering training
• Strong knowledge of H&S policies, procedures, and legislation

About Our Client

Our Client is one of the UK's leading private self-storage providers, with stores nationwide and ambitious expansion plans. They pride themselves on delivering the best storage, at the best price, with the best service.

They are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available).