HSE Coordinator - 35k - Cookstown

VanRath; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced H&S Officer to oversee the SHEQ strategy. This hands-on role involves improving safety culture, conducting audits, and compliance with ISO standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field and experience in a similar role. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional development

Safety-focused working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a SHEQ or similar role in manufacturing.
• Strong track record of delivering safety and quality improvements.
• NEBOSH qualification or working towards one is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Championing Health & Safety on-site and addressing unsafe behaviours.
• Leading internal audits and overseeing incident investigations.
• Developing and implementing SHEQ policies and procedures.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Safety management systems

MS Excel

Education

Degree in H&S or quality-related discipline

Job description

Overview

A market-leading manufacturer specialising in accessories for high-rise construction projects. This organisation is driven by a commitment to innovation, safety, and continuous improvement throughout its operations.

Your New Role

As the H&S Officer, you will report directly to the Production Manager and take full ownership of the site's SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) strategy. This is a hands-on position, integrated within the production environment, where you will lead initiatives to improve safety culture, systems, and behaviours.

You will also provide support to SHEQ activities across sister brands, requiring occasional travel within Great Britain.

Key responsibilities

• Championing Health & Safety on-site and addressing unsafe behaviours.
• Leading internal audits and overseeing incident investigations.
• Developing and implementing SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Maintaining training matrices and delivering inductions and basic safety training.
• Driving SHEQ improvement projects and embedding quality control processes.
• Supporting compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership.

What You\'ll Need to Succeed

\u00A0You\'ll ideally have:

• A degree in a relevant H&S or quality-related discipline.
• Proven experience in a SHEQ or similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• A strong track record of delivering safety and quality improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and project management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and safety management systems.
• A practical, hands-on mindset and the ability to work independently.
• A NEBOSH qualification (or working towards one) is desirable.

What You\'ll Get in Return

• A competitive salary package.
• Standard working hours:
• Mon-Thurs: 8:45am-5:00pm
• Fri: 8:45am-3:30pm
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative, safety-focused working environment.

For more information, please reach out to Jack Groves @ VANRATH.