Vickerstock are working in partnership with a growing business on the appointment of a Health & Safety Officer.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day Health & Safety activities across the site, ensuring standards are maintained and continuously improved. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys engaging with teams, influencing behaviours, and making a tangible impact on workplace safety.
In your new role:
- Conduct risk assessments, audits, and workplace inspections to identify and control hazards
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, implementing effective corrective actions
- Maintain accurate Health & Safety records, reports, and documentation
- Develop and coordinate Health & Safety training programmes and maintain training matrices
- Support emergency preparedness activities, including fire safety and first aid arrangements
- Review and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current legislation
- Promote a positive safety culture through coaching, engagement, and communication across all levels
- Monitor PPE compliance and ensure appropriate safety equipment is available
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Health & Safety performance
- Work closely with operational teams to ensure safe working practices are embedded throughout the business
What you’ll need to succeed:
- NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
- Experience within a similar Health & Safety role
- Experience carrying out audits, inspections, and incident investigations
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Proactive approach with the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don’t worry if you don’t):
- Experience within manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics environments
- Previous involvement in developing training programmes
- Experience supporting emergency preparedness and fire safety activities
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and behavioural safety principles
For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health & Safety Specialist, today.
Skills:Health and Safety IOSH HSEQ NEBOSH Manufacturing Warehousing ISO
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