Training Compliance & Safety Officer

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

Ower Hatchery, Hampshire

£2,204.28 annual Saturday allowance

Working Hours

Training, Compliance & Safety Officer

Ower Hatchery, Hampshire

Salary: Up to £36,000 DOE + £2,204.28 annual Saturday allowance

Working Hours

40 hours per week

• Monday: 06:00 - 15:30 (9 hours)
• Tuesday: 06:00 - 15:30 (9 hours)
• Wednesday: 06:00 - 10:00 (4 hours)
• Friday: 06:00 - 15:30 (9 hours)
• Saturday: 06:00 - 15:30 (9 hours)

About Avara Foods

Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying high-quality poultry products to major supermarkets, restaurants, and food service customers nationwide.

With a fully integrated supply chain, we manage every stage of production, from hatchery and farms through to processing and distribution. Operating across a network of more than 350 farms and multiple processing facilities, we're committed to excellence, innovation, animal welfare, and sustainability.

Why Join Avara?

At Avara Foods, you'll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking business where your contribution truly makes a difference. We offer excellent opportunities for professional development, career progression, and long-term stability.

Our Benefits Include

• 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 support resources

The Opportunity

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Training, Compliance & Safety Officer to join our Agriculture team at our Ower Hatchery in Hampshire.

In this varied role, you will be responsible for promoting a strong health and safety culture, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards, and coordinating training activities across the site. You'll work closely with operational teams to maintain safe working practices, support audits and inspections, and help develop the skills and competencies of our workforce.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for health and safety, compliance, and employee development who enjoys making a positive impact in a fast-paced operational environment.

Key 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

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll be passionate about creating a safe working environment and supporting the development of others.

Essential

• IOSH qualification
• 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

Desirable

• NEBOSH qualification
• Internal auditing experience
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and best practice
• Experience within agriculture, food production, manufacturing, or a similar operational environment

Important Information

Due to strict biosecurity and animal welfare requirements, applicants must not own or have regular contact with avian pets, poultry, or pigs.

Ready to make a difference?

Join Avara Foods and play a vital role in creating a safe, compliant, and high-performing hatchery operation while helping our people develop and succeed. We would love to hear from you.