Health and Safety Officer - Events and Staging

ZipRecruiter; Łódź; On-site; PLN 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety management company in Łódź is seeking a Health and Safety Manager with a strong understanding of HSE legislation and industry best practices. You will maintain the firm's Health & Safety Management System, manage ISO certifications, and lead onsite safety management. The ideal candidate has a NEBOSH General Certificate and at least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in live events. This is a dynamic role requiring excellent communication and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a health and safety role, ideally within live events.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and accreditation maintenance.
• Comfortable with non-standard working hours, including onsite support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the company's Health & Safety Management System.
• Manage ISO 9001 and 45001 accreditations.
• Conduct internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of HSE legislation

RAMS delivery

Auditing skills

Communication skills

Decision-making ability

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Overview

This role requires someone with a strong understanding of HSE legislation and industry best practices, who is confident delivering RAMS, leading audits, and ensuring compliance across all levels of production - from warehouse to onsite delivery. You'll be instrumental in upholding our ISO accreditations and driving a strong safety culture throughout the business.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the company's Health & Safety Management System
• Manage ISO 9001 and 45001 accreditations
• Prepare and deliver risk assessments, method statements, and event safety plans
• Support onsite safety management, including toolbox talks and inductions
• Liaise with venues, clients, and local authorities as needed
• Conduct internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Deliver health and safety training across the business, including contractors
• Provide guidance on safe systems of work for rigging, staging, AV, power, and scenic installations
• Work with warehouse teams to ensure equipment inspections are maintained
• Stay up to date with relevant legislation and HSE industry guidelines
• Support GDPR compliance initiatives where required

What We're Looking For

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a health and safety role - ideally within live events or entertainment
• Knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM regulations
• Experience writing and delivering RAMS
• Strong audit and reporting skills
• Experience managing incident reporting procedures
• Familiarity with ISO standards and accreditation maintenance
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Sound decision-making ability
• A collaborative, proactive, and flexible approach
• Comfortable with non-standard working hours, including onsite support
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Experience (Not Essential)

• Background in technical production or live events
• Understanding of scenic construction and staging workflows
• Previous onsite management or live event site experience

Sound like you?

If you're ready to take your health & safety career to the next level in the fast-paced world of live events, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and high standards.