Testia Ltd - Health and Safety Consultant (m/f)

Airbus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks a Health and Safety Consultant to support its Structures Testing team. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a culture of safety within a large, motivated team. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in health and safety administration.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Discretionary bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Certification in First Aid/CPR desirable.
• Proven experience in health and safety administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety policies tailored to the structural test center.
• Conduct regular safety training sessions for staff.
• Lead incident investigations to prevent future occurrences.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Relevant Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety

NEBOSH

Job description

Testia Ltd - Health and Safety Consultant (m/f)

Contract: Fixed term (2 years), Full time, 37.5 hours per week

As an Health and Safety Consultant the primary focus will be to support the Structures Testing team at the Airbus Aerospace Integrated Research and Test Centre with a diligent and detail orientated approach. You will be working within the structures test team and will be required to liaise with team members on a day to day basis. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and protocols within the operational testing facility, supporting a large and growing team of engineers and technicians. The test centre is responsible for qualifying the latest materials and aircraft components.

Duties

Develop and Implement Safety Policies: Create and implement comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures tailored to the specific needs of our structural test centre.

Training and Education: Conduct regular awareness sessions to educate staff on safety protocols, procedures, and best practices to mitigate risks; supporting a diverse team of engineers and technicians.

Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace, including equipment, chemicals, and processes involved in structural materials testing for aerospace applications.

Safety Inspections: Perform routine workplace inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with safety regulations and identify any areas for improvement, supporting the efficient and safe operation of a large and growing team.

Incident Investigation: Lead investigations on behalf of the centre manager into any accidents, incidents, or near misses; help with identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences, ensuring the well-being of all team members.

Safety Compliance: Stay up-to-date with relevant health and safety legislation and ensure that the test centre remains compliant with all regulatory requirements in the aerospace sector.

Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, first aid protocols, and coordination with emergency services, supporting the safety and security of our team in all situations.

Safety Communication: Act as the teams primary point of contact for all health and safety inquiries, providing guidance and support to staff members as needed, fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the team. You will report functionally to the Test Centre Operations Leader and the Health and Safety Champion for the AIRTeC facility. Operationally you will work closely with the Health & Safety Department (HSE) onsite at Filton and the building H&S / Operations Officer who provide overall H&S management and approval for the teams activities.

Support the development of the 11 Point Plan storage area: With the move from Microsoft to Google the links between the documents needs to be made easier and/or updated. You will work as part of an MFT to ensure we are able to register and link all documents associated with a task.

Our requirements

Relevant Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (e.g. NEBOSH or higher)

Proven experience in health and safety administration, preferably within a laboratory or testing environment.

Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively in an aerospace context.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and educate staff on safety procedures and support a large and growing team of engineers and technicians. Collaborative working will be a strength - liaising other departments and health and safety focal points daily.

Attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and investigations to ensure the safety of all team members.

Certification in First Aid/CPR and experience with emergency response planning is desirable.

If you are passionate about promoting a safe and healthy work environment and have the qualifications and skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for the position of Health and Safety Consultant.

Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Independent and structured way of working

Ability to work in a team, resilience, flexibility

Flexible working hours (flexi-time)

25 days holidays + bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 1 week

Discretionary bonus scheme

Contract:

End date for applicants: Friday 30th May 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 2nd June 2025

Start date: 1st July 2025

Are you interested in a varied job in a motivated team? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our Workday system.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Testia Limited

Job Description:

We are currently looking for:

Health and Safety Consultant (m/f)

Location: Filton, Bristol

Contract: Fixed term (2 years), Full time, 37.5 hours per week

As an Health and Safety Consultant the primary focus will be to support the Structures Testing team at the Airbus Aerospace Integrated Research and Test Centre with a diligent and detail orientated approach. You will be working within the structures test team and will be required to liaise with team members on a day to day basis. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and protocols within the operational testing facility, supporting a large and growing team of engineers and technicians. The test centre is responsible for qualifying the latest materials and aircraft components.

Duties

• Develop and Implement Safety Policies: Create and implement comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures tailored to the specific needs of our structural test centre.

• Training and Education: Conduct regular awareness sessions to educate staff on safety protocols, procedures, and best practices to mitigate risks; supporting a diverse team of engineers and technicians.

• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace, including equipment, chemicals, and processes involved in structural materials testing for aerospace applications.

• Safety Inspections: Perform routine workplace inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with safety regulations and identify any areas for improvement, supporting the efficient and safe operation of a large and growing team.

• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations on behalf of the centre manager into any accidents, incidents, or near misses; help with identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences, ensuring the well-being of all team members.

• Safety Compliance: Stay up-to-date with relevant health and safety legislation and ensure that the test centre remains compliant with all regulatory requirements in the aerospace sector.

• Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, first aid protocols, and coordination with emergency services, supporting the safety and security of our team in all situations.

• Safety Communication: Act as the teams primary point of contact for all health and safety inquiries, providing guidance and support to staff members as needed, fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the team. You will report functionally to the Test Centre Operations Leader and the Health and Safety Champion for the AIRTeC facility. Operationally you will work closely with the Health & Safety Department (HSE) onsite at Filton and the building H&S / Operations Officer who provide overall H&S management and approval for the teams activities.

• Support the development of the 11 Point Plan storage area: With the move from Microsoft to Google the links between the documents needs to be made easier and/or updated. You will work as part of an MFT to ensure we are able to register and link all documents associated with a task.

Our requirements

• Relevant Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (e.g. NEBOSH or higher)

• Proven experience in health and safety administration, preferably within a laboratory or testing environment.

• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively in an aerospace context.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and educate staff on safety procedures and support a large and growing team of engineers and technicians. Collaborative working will be a strength - liaising other departments and health and safety focal points daily.

• Attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and investigations to ensure the safety of all team members.

• Certification in First Aid/CPR and experience with emergency response planning is desirable.

• If you are passionate about promoting a safe and healthy work environment and have the qualifications and skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for the position of Health and Safety Consultant.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

• Independent and structured way of working

• Ability to work in a team, resilience, flexibility

Benefits

• Flexible working hours (flexi-time)

• 25 days holidays + bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 1 week

• Pension scheme

• Discretionary bonus scheme

Contract:

End date for applicants: Friday 30th May 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 2nd June 2025

Start date: 1st July 2025

Salary: circu £40,000 dependant on experience

Are you interested in a varied job in a motivated team? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our Workday system.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Testia Limited

Contract Type:

Fixed term

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Health & Safety

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