HSE Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking an HSE Assistant to support the implementation and monitoring of health, safety, and environmental policies. This role involves conducting inspections, promoting safety culture, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have a NEBOSH certification and proficiency in MS Office.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Desirable to hold a NEBOSH certification.
• Ability to use MS Office.
• Ongoing investment in training and development is provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections and participate in internal audits.
• Monitor and reinforce a strong nuclear safety culture across operations.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain the H&S legal register.

Skills

Knowledge of MS Office Pack

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction certificate

Job description

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HSE Assistant Job Description

The HSE Assistant reports directly to the HSE Manager and supports the ongoing implementation and monitoring of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This role involves actively assisting all staff to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Boccard UK’s internal HSE standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting regular site inspections
• Participating in internal audits
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement in health and safety practices across the organisation

Based at the UK Manufacturing facility in Deeside, the HSE Assistant responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and reinforcing a strong nuclear safety culture across all UK operations, including providing informal coaching, safety interventions, toolbox talks, training, and hazard reporting
• Assisting with amendments and maintenance of documentation, policies, and procedures to ensure they are current and well communicated
• Facilitating new starter induction training and managing training records with support from the management team
• Maintaining and monitoring the H&S legal register
• Developing and maintaining a continuous improvement ethos regarding health, safety, and environmental issues
• Promoting safe practices and acting as a role model
• Attending safety meetings with subcontractors, clients, and the workforce as needed
• Conducting risk assessments, including COSHH assessments, and communicating results to relevant parties
• Recording near misses within the HSE reporting system and assisting in root cause analysis to share lessons learned and prevent reoccurrence
• Ensuring health surveillance reviews are conducted as required
• Establishing processes for keeping plant and machinery safe, including maintenance, safe movement, storage, and use
• Assisting in the compilation of monthly safety statistics
• Maintaining knowledge of relevant standards, especially ISO 14001:2005 and ISO 45001:2018
• Demonstrating a desire to learn and develop in the role

Skills and Qualifications

• Holding a NEBOSH General or Construction certificate is desirable
• Knowledge of MS Office Pack
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Ongoing investment in training and development
• Life Assurance x4 salary
• Employee Assistance Programme

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. As part of our employment screening process, all applicants will need to complete BPSS.