Role: Lead Health, Safety & Environmental Officer
Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.
Location: Shrivenham, Oxfordshire, England (100% Onsite)
Contract: 12 Months | Inside IR35
Rate: Competitive Day rate | 37 hours per week
Deadline: 23rd March – 10:00am
Ceto Talent are supporting a highly secure programme within the defence sector, seeking an experienced Lead Health, Safety & Environmental Officer to take ownership of HSE delivery within a complex operational environment.
This role will suit a well-rounded HSE professional with strong environmental management experience, capable of operating on‑site and driving standards, compliance, and continuous improvement across the function.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead health, safety, and environmental activities across site operations
- Ensure compliance with HSE legislation, standards, and internal governance
- Drive environmental management initiatives and ensure best practice is maintained
- Provide guidance and support to stakeholders on all HSE matters
- Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
- Promote a strong safety culture and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Work closely with site teams to deliver safe and compliant operations
- Deliver timely reporting and ensure accurate documentation of HSE activities
Requirements
- Proven experience working in Health, Safety and Environmental roles within complex environments
- Strong background in environmental management
- NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent)
- NEBOSH Fire and Safety Certificate
- Ability to work flexibly in a site‑based role
- Demonstrated ability to deliver results and drive improvements in HSE performance
- Previous experience working within defence or highly regulated environments
- Understanding of JSPs
- IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
- Leadership or team management experience
- ISO 45001 Internal Auditor training
*Please note that with defence sector roles, xwzovoh you may be subject to security clearance requirements*
For more information or to apply, contact Jasmine White at Ceto Talent for a confidential discussion.
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