PASSIONATE ABOUT SAFETY? READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

Join Curaleaf International as a Health & Safety Officer and play a vital role in keeping our people, sites, and processes safe while shaping standards in a fast-growing, regulated industry.
Location: Sunderland, On-site
Hours: Part time, 30 hours per week
At Curaleaf International, we’re not just participating in the cannabis industry—we’re leading it.
Curaleaf International is shaping the future of cannabis through its commitment to research and product excellence. Powered by a strong presence at all stages of the supply chain, its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Amidst a rapid growth trajectory, the emphasis on quality and expertise aims to ensure the delivery of safe and legal cannabis.
Curaleaf International’s network includes a clinic, pharmacy, and laboratory in the UK; cultivation and EU-GMP processing facilities in Portugal; an EU-GMP processing, quality assurance and research site in Spain; Four20 Pharma wholesaler and distributor in Germany; a Polish wholesaler and clinic; and the EU-GMP producer Northern Green Canada.
Curaleaf International is part of Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a leading international producer and distributor of consumer cannabis products.
Our Vision: To shape the future of cannabis through our commitment to research and product excellence
Our Mission: To be the world’s leading cannabis company consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.
Our Values: Lead & Inspire Commit to Win Driven to Deliver Excellence Customer Obsession One Curaleaf

REQUIREMENTS:

To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a health & safety role, preferably within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with COSHH and UK health & safety legislation.
• Ability to produce clear, actionable safety reports and communicate these effectively.
• Full UK driving licence to travel between sites (3 mile distance)

Experience or understanding of GMP requirements and controlled drug safety would also be of benefit.

Responsibilities include, but would not be limited to:

• Assisting in developing, implementing, and reviewing site health & safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments aligned to facilities and projects.
• Conducting regular site inspections and investigations of incidents or near misses.
• Maintaining and monitoring COSHH assessments to ensure safe handling, storage, and use of hazardous substances.
• Managing and coordinating practical safety activities such as mask fit testing, fire alarm & emergency lighting tests, and legionella monitoring.
• Assisting with permit to work systems, contractor safety controls, and associated documentation.
• Producing and maintaining clear and accurate health & safety reports, statistics, and performance indicators.
• Delivering health & safety inductions and training sessions for employees and contractors.
• Carrying out safety equipment checks to ensure operational readiness.
• Supporting emergency response planning and site preparedness activities

To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a health & safety role, preferably within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with COSHH and UK health & safety legislation.
• Ability to produce clear, actionable safety reports and communicate these effectively.
• Full UK driving licence to travel between sites (3 mile distance