Health & Safety Officer

Rubicon Consulting; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A talent management consultancy based in the West Midlands is seeking a Health & Safety Officer to develop and maintain HSE policies for Decarbonisation projects. The role involves conducting site inspections, leading investigations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. A NEBOSH Certificate is required, along with excellent communication and analytical skills. This position offers opportunities to drive safety culture and engage with multidisciplinary teams across multiple facilities.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and improve HSE management systems for Decarbonisation projects.
• Strong capability to oversee HSE activities across multiple locations.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies and programs.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure corrective actions.
• Facilitate client HSE audits and site visits.

Skills

Familiarity with ISO 45001

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Experience with sustainability initiatives

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Role Summary

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Health & Safety Officer on a permanent basis based in the West Midlands. Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

This role will involve close collaboration with senior leadership, including clients, project teams, and remote teams, to integrate HSE considerations into planning and project delivery, ensuring that health, safety, and environmental requirements are fully embedded throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and programs aligned with legal requirements, industry standards, and client expectations for Decarbonisation projects across multiple locations (UK and Ireland).
• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits to monitor compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead on incident investigations, root cause analysis, and reporting, ensuring timely corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Provide expert HSE advice and support to project teams during all phases including design, offsite prefabrication, modularisation, and onsite installation.
• Collaborate closely with HSE officers, operation teams, client representatives, and subcontractors to embed safe working practices and environmental stewardship into daily operations.
• Drive HSE training and awareness programs to build competency and engagement across all teams.
• Facilitate client HSE audits and site visits, acting as the primary point of contact for all health, safety, and environmental matters.
• Support the expansion of HSE best practices as the company grows into new locations and regions within Europe.

Requirements

• Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Relevant certifications such as NEBOSH Certificate and equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and continuously improve robust HSE management systems, policies, and procedures tailored for Decarbonisation works including underfloor heating projects and additional maintenance & services.
• Excellent communication skills to influence and engage multidisciplinary teams, senior management, and client stakeholders.
• Capability to oversee HSE activities across multiple facilities in different locations, managing priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to evaluate safety data, investigate incidents, and implement corrective measures in manufacturing and assembly settings.
• Demonstrated ability to embed a positive safety culture and promote environmental sustainability in a fast‑paced, expanding business environment.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

Desirable

• Experience with sustainability initiatives, including carbon footprint reduction and waste management strategies.
• Familiarity with digital HSE management systems and software tools to streamline reporting, audits, and compliance tracking.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time.