HSE Assistant

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Assistant to support safety compliance and promote a secure workplace. The role includes inspections, audits, and safety inductions, requiring a NEBOSH General Certificate or NVQ Level 3 and relevant experience in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting is preferred.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations is necessary.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections to identify risks and suggest solutions.
• Evaluate and complete COSHH assessments for compliance.
• Monitor safety data to highlight trends and track progress.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Assistant

Are you driven by a commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards? Would you like to play a key role in promoting a secure and sustainable workplace? If so, our client is looking for a dedicated HSE Assistant to join their team!

Location: Liverpool

Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday

Salary: 30-35k per annum

Role Summary: In this position, you'll collaborate closely with the HSE Manager to uphold and enhance the organisation's safety culture. Your proactive mindset will be essential in supporting continuous improvement and ensuring compliance across all areas of health, safety, and environmental management.

Main Duties:

1. Carry out detailed inspections to identify potential risks and suggest practical solutions.
2. Contribute to the ongoing review of site risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
3. Help design and roll out robust health and safety procedures.
4. Conduct audits of operational practices, including permit-to-work and lockout/tagout systems.
5. Evaluate and complete COSHH assessments to ensure regulatory compliance.
6. Perform routine checks to verify adherence to standard operating procedures.
7. Deliver safety inductions for new staff and contractors, ensuring clear understanding of HSE protocols.
8. Keep HSE noticeboards current and informative.
9. Monitor and analyse safety data to highlight trends and track progress.
10. Participate in problem-solving initiatives aimed at improving safety outcomes.
11. Maintain accurate documentation to support HSE activities and reporting.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• A NEBOSH General Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health and Safety (or be working towards one).
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• A good grasp of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a team-oriented approach.
• Confidence in using IT systems, including Microsoft Office.

Desirable Skills:

• Familiarity with permit-to-work systems.
• SEMA racking inspection certification.
• Experience in the food manufacturing sector.

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