Health & Safety Advisor

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Matchtech
England
GBP 35,000 - 55,000
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6 days ago
Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join our clients team and support operations across their Staffordshire and High Wycombe based sites. This role is instrumental in ensuring that their Health & Safety standards meet and exceed regulatory and internal expectations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, facilitating, and reporting on all Health & Safety activities, working closely with all internal teams and stakeholders. This role is key in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, safety awareness, and regulatory compliance throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote and drive a positive and proactive Health & Safety culture across both company sites.
  • Ensure full implementation and adherence to company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with the QHSE Manager and senior leadership to embed H&S strategies throughout the organization.
  • Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, standards, and codes of practice, including ISO45001.
  • Ensure risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are in place, regularly updated, and reviewed annually.
  • Investigate and follow up on non–compliances, accidents, incidents, and near misses using appropriate root cause analysis tools.
  • Compile and deliver accurate and timely H&S reports (weekly, monthly, annual) along with awareness bulletins.
  • Conduct internal and legal compliance audits to a high standard.
  • Engage and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to ensure H&S awareness and alignment.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with external regulators and relevant authorities.
  • Support learning and development initiatives across the company, including delivering training sessions and sourcing relevant external training.

Qualifications & Skills

  • NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) – Essential
  • Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IOSH) – Desirable
  • Demonstrable experience as a Health & Safety Advisor in a large, complex organization, ideally across multi–site, manufacturing, or engineering environments.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant H&S legislation and ISO45001 standards.
  • Proven ability to navigate fast–paced, heavily regulated environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong auditing skills and attention to detail.
  • Collaborative and influential, with a hands–on and solutions–focused approach.

Why Join Our Client?

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a high–impact role where you'll help shape a strong safety–first culture and drive real improvements across two key operational sites. If you are passionate about Health & Safety and want to make a tangible difference, we'd love to hear from you.

To Apply

Please contact myself directly or apply for the role via the link.

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