Health & Safety Specialist

Camira Fabrics; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading textile manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Health and Safety Specialist for its Holmfirth site. The role involves implementing HSE systems, conducting audits, and fostering a culture of safety. Candidates should have at least a NEBOSH General Certificate and experience in Health & Safety management within manufacturing. The company offers a competitive salary, 23 days of annual leave, and various benefits to promote employee well-being.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

23 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Tech scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent in Health & Safety.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment involving ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and improve HSE systems.
• Conduct internal HSE and legal compliance audits.
• Manage contractor compliance.

Skills

Health & Safety management

Knowledge of ISO standards

Risk assessment

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Good level of secondary education including Maths and English

Job description

About our company

Camira are a multi-award-winning textile manufacturer with two centuries of heritage and a forward-thinking approach to innovation and sustainability. Camira designs and manufactures environmental fabrics for the commercial, public transport and residential sectors.

Purpose of the role

At Camira, a leading innovator in sustainable textiles, we’re seeking a resilient and motivated Health and Safety Specialist for our Holmfirth site. You will play a key role in strengthening our commitment to a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace.

Reporting responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Health, Safety, and Environment, you’ll help implement and improve HSE systems, navigate complex challenges, and uphold our zero‑harm ethos. Your balanced, solutions‑driven approach will support safe operations and reinforce Camira’s reputation as a responsible industry leader.

Day to day duties

• To adhere to the Camira Code of Conduct and comply with all relevant quality, environmental, health & safety, data protection, and corporate legislative requirements
• Improve the site’s Health & Safety culture through visibility, engagement, consultation, and behavioural safety initiatives
• Create, review, and update risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work to reduce risks and impacts
• Develop and deliver in‑house training and monthly HSE focus activities
• Report and investigate accidents, incidents, and environmental events in line with Camira standards
• Manage hazards and work with departments to ensure timely close‑out and incident prevention
• Conduct internal HSE and legal compliance audits, managing non‑conformances to resolution
• Support external audits, including ISO certification, client visits, and government inspections
• Manage contractor compliance in accordance with contractor management standards
• Integrate group HSE standards into the local site
• Produce monthly H&S reports for management and the safety committee
• Deliver HSE onboarding for all new employees
• Maintain HSE management system documents and records

Additional Daily Focus Areas

• Shop‑floor visibility and promotion of H&S values
• Incident and hazard management
• Contractor controls
• Legal compliance oversight
• Auditing and ISO standard management

Other Considerations

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) as a minimum
• Experience in Health & Safety management within a manufacturing environment, including ISO standards
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good level of secondary education, including Maths and English
• Full driving licence
• Competitive Salary
• 23 days annual, option to buy
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech scheme

Camira Values

Our success lies in our customer’s success. We focus on building long lasting relationships and delivering a brilliant customer experience to a global market; using digital technologies, providing high‑quality products, support and services that add value, inspire, and exceed expectations.

Our commitment to quality, health & safety, and environmental standards ensures we consistently deliver products and services that meet both customer and regulatory requirements. We do the right thing, no matter how hard.

We uphold integrity, honesty, and transparency with our customers, our people, and the planet. We respect our resources and commit to making pioneering fabrics and delivering value added services that contribute positively to a more sustainable future.

Apply today

At Camira, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our values. We adopt a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. Our inclusive culture ensures all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. If you require any adjustments and/or additional support during the interview process, please let the talent team know.

Join Camira and be part of a company that values your unique skills and supports your professional journey. Apply now and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional fabrics.