Training, Compliance & Safety Lead – Hatchery

Avara Foods; Ower; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

31 days annual leave

6% company pension contribution

Life assurance scheme

Employee discounts and cashback offers

Free on-site parking

Access to wellbeing and employee suppo

Job summary

Avara Foods is seeking a proactive Training, Compliance & Safety Officer at Ower Hatchery in Hampshire. You will promote a strong health and safety culture, ensure regulatory and company compliance, and coordinate training across the site to support audits and staff development.

The role requires IOSH (and NEBOSH desirable), robust communication, and the ability to engage staff at all levels in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site position with excellent progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• IOSH qualification mandatory for the role.
• Experience delivering training or coaching colleagues.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to influence and engage people at all levels.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety practices and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review, maintain, and update site risk assessments, safe systems of work, and operational procedures.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor compliance with health and safety standards.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring all required documentation is maintained.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate and monitor site training plans and competency assessments.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and other training sessions.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, compliance, and record keeping.
• Produce compliance reports and track corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Health & Safety colleagues across the business to share best practice and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Training delivery

Communication skills

Health & safety knowledge

Education

IOSH qualification

NEBOSH qualification

Job description

Avara Foods is seeking a proactive Training, Compliance & Safety Officer at Ower Hatchery in Hampshire. You will promote a strong health and safety culture, ensure regulatory and company compliance, and coordinate training across the site to support audits and staff development.

The role requires IOSH (and NEBOSH desirable), robust communication, and the ability to engage staff at all levels in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site position with excellent progression opportunities.