HSE Advisor (Nights)

D R Newitt & Associates; Henstridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and safety consultancy in Henstridge is seeking a motivated Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor (Nights) to ensure legal compliance and promote a positive safety culture. The role involves training, conducting inspections, and engaging with employees to maintain safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a NEBOSH General Certificate, strong safety management experience, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to foster a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
• Proven experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support the HSE Manager in ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop safe systems of work.
• Deliver HSE induction training for new employees.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Communication Skills

Planning and Organisational Skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

IEMA or equivalent environmental qualification

Tools

ISO 45001 Management System

ISO 14001 Management System

Job description

Overview

Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor (Nights)

Location: Henstridge (Somerset).

Hours: 40 hours per week.

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Thursday: 21:30 - 07:00 (1-hour unpaid break)
• Friday: 19:30 - 01:30

About the Role

Our client are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Health, Safety & Environmental Officer to join their team and play a vital role in maintaining and improving their health, safety, and environmental standards. This position is key to ensuring legal compliance, promoting a positive safety culture, and supporting continuous improvement across all operational activities.

This is a hands-on role involving both office-based responsibilities and regular time spent in the workplace engaging directly with employees, conducting inspections, and delivering training.

Responsibilities

• Support the HSE Manager in ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Assist in maintaining and developing the Company's ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, develop safe systems of work, and implement effective control measures.
• Deliver HSE induction training for new employees and contractors.
• Plan and deliver regular toolbox talks and in-house training sessions on key safety topics.
• Lead and support accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis and implementation of preventative actions.
• Carry out regular workplace inspections and audits, ensuring observations and actions are appropriately recorded and followed up.
• Assist in the coordination of external audits, including preparation of documentation and attendance.
• Monitor and manage operational compliance in areas such as LOLER, PUWER, working at height, confined spaces, and manual handling.
• Support the development and implementation of training plans and schedules.
• Engage with employees across all levels to foster a proactive and inclusive safety culture.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including Occupational Health providers, insurance companies, the HSE, and local authorities.
• Contribute to environmental initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact and improving sustainability.

Candidate Profile

Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or similar industrial environment (experience as a consultant is not suitable for this role).
• Proven experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems is highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of current UK health and safety legislation and the ability to apply this in a practical, operational setting.
• Previous experience conducting audits, investigations, and delivering internal training.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team using your own initiative.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities, capable of managing your own workload and supporting others.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to safety management, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate (essential); NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• IEMA or equivalent environmental qualification (desirable).
• ISO 45001 / 14001 internal or lead auditor qualification (desirable)