HSE Advisor: Shape Aerospace Safety with Flexible Hours

GKN Aerospace; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive salary and benefits

Up to 15% company bonus

Industry Leading Pension Scheme

Life Assurance 8x salary

Income protection

25 days holiday + bank holiday

Flexible working hours

Cycle To Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP Clinic

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to strengthen HSE performance across a manufacturing site. You’ll lead with the HSE Lead, drive compliance with UK legislation, and champion a proactive safety culture to support operational excellence.

You will implement policies, conduct audits, investigate incidents, and deliver targeted training. This role requires NEBOSH at minimum and experience in aerospace or manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment (aerospace preferred).
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and best practice.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) or equivalent; working toward Diploma desirable.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and drive practical improvements.
• Confident in conducting investigations, audits, and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• HSE Leadership and Support: Support the HSE Lead in delivery and act as a visible HSE presence across the site.
• Policy Implementation and Compliance: Implement HSE policies and ensure full statutory compliance with UK legislation and aerospace requirements.
• Risk Management and Documentation: Complete, review, and maintain HSE documentation; conduct inspections, audits and hazard checks.
• Incident Management and Reporting: Report, investigate, and manage incidents; drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Training and Competence: Deliver HSE training and maintain records; support competency frameworks.
• Performance Monitoring and Improvement: Track HSE metrics and contribute to site improvement initiatives.
• Operational Support: Provide HSE guidance during installations and projects; collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Manufacturing environment

HSE knowledge

Analytical skills

Investigations & audits

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (desirable)

Job description

GKN Aerospace is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to strengthen HSE performance across a manufacturing site. You’ll lead with the HSE Lead, drive compliance with UK legislation, and champion a proactive safety culture to support operational excellence.

You will implement policies, conduct audits, investigate incidents, and deliver targeted training. This role requires NEBOSH at minimum and experience in aerospace or manufacturing environments.