CRITICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to prioritise work to ensure tasks are completed within time constraints.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure and with a sense of urgency.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a wide variety of contacts and develop professional working relationships.
• Ability to work autonomously and flexibly, responding to business needs.
• High attention to detail.
• Communications skills, both verbal and in writing, together with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Ability to manage own workload independently prioritise tasks.
• The ability to present and provide updates to managers and employees.
• Self-motivational with the ability to challenge the status quo, and research and offer suggestions for improving efficiency or customer experience.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of health, safety and risk management.
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation, management and standards.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Proven Health, Safety and Environmental experience.
• NEBOSH Qualified General Certificate (desirable, must be open to achieving this within 12 months).
• ISO14001 Internal Auditor (desirable).
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £28,000.00-£34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application question(s):

• Are you willing to work towards your NEBOSH qualification?

Experience:

• Health, Safety and Environmental: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Provide proactive co-ordination / administration support in line with company policies, quality standards and legislation.
Supporting in the identifying and mitigating site risks, enhancing working conditions, and ensuring compliance with both industrial safety standards and environmental regulations. Playing a key role in promoting environmental sustainability, supporting the development and implementation of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
In collaboration with the Quality Manager and Health and Safety Manager, support the development, implementation, and maintenance of these key standards, while actively fostering a culture of safety and sustainability across the organization. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to HSE best practices, with a passion for both safeguarding the wellbeing of our people and minimizing our environmental impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide comprehensive support to the Environmental, Quality, and Health & Safety Managers in fulfilling their duties and ensuring HSE objectives are achieved across the organisation.
• Conduct detailed monthly site inspections, including general safety, environmental, fire, and equipment checks, documenting findings and ensuring timely corrective actions are implemented.
• Act as a liaison between site and regional service teams, delivering safety information and guidance to field engineers to ensure consistent compliance with HSE standards.
• Perform and document COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) risk assessments, ensuring site activities comply with safety and environmental requirements.
• Monitor and document environmental test results for noise, air, and water on-site, ensuring all readings comply with legal and environmental regulations.
• Organise, coordinate, and track relevant training courses for employees, ensuring the workforce remains knowledgeable and compliant with HSE regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of training, legal compliance, and other essential data on an Excel database for easy access and reference.
• Carry out fire drills, fire safety tests, and other mandatory checks in accordance with current legislation to ensure preparedness and compliance.
• Provide clear and accurate safety documentation to customers as required, ensuring that all necessary safety information is communicated effectively.
• Support and perform administrative duties within the QHSE department, maintaining organised systems and up-to-date records.
• Lead the induction process for new employees, ensuring they receive essential training and safety information from day one.
• Deliver in-house training sessions on HSE topics, tailored to site-specific requirements, to ensure continuous learning and development within the team.
• Be prepared to travel occasionally to the Fire Division in Gloucester and Holmatro in Nottingham, supporting HSE initiatives and inspections at these locations.
• Identify, assess, and analyse site risks, developing improvement initiatives to enhance working conditions, ensure industrial safety, and protect the environment.
• Develop and propose an annual HSE action plan, working with site management to prioritise initiatives and ensure a proactive safety culture is embedded within the organisation.
• Provide guidance and support to site management and employees, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations and promoting a safety-first mindset throughout the company.
• Actively participate in HSE networks and forums to share best practices, stay updated on industry trends, and drive continuous improvement across all HSE functions.
• Ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory HSE requirements, managing relationships with local authorities, organisations, and other relevant bodies.
• Oversee the reporting and analysis of key HSE indicators (e.g., FR0t, environmental data) to track performance, highlight areas for improvement, and drive corrective actions where necessary.
• Organise and conduct regular HSE audits and training sessions to ensure the business maintains high safety and environmental standards and meets compliance requirements.
• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining and implementing the Environmental Management System (EMS) across the business, ensuring it aligns with ISO 14001 standards.
• Conduct internal audits and layered process audits to ensure compliance with both internal standards and external regulations.
• To work with all departments, particularly with projects that are being explored or implemented.
• Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job or to support the needs of the business.