Health And Safety Advisor

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to help drive a positive safety culture across a manufacturing operation in the Swindon area.

The primary role of the Health & Safety Advisor is to advise the Senior Management Team on safety issues to ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and the safeguarding of employees.

Working with the small team you will be integral in establishing a positive Health & Safety culture.

About the Health & Safety Advisor Role:

• Working hours are Monday – Thursday, 7.30am-5pm & Friday 7.30am-2pm (there is potential for flexibility on hours)
• Salary £40-£50K per annum dependant on experience
• Additional benefits including Bupa Health Care Cover & enhanced Pension contribution
• Based in Swindon
• Opportunity for career progression

Main responsibilities:

Your duties will include, but not limited to:

• Responsible for day-to-day management of Health and Safety
• Develop, review and maintain the Health and Safety Management System including policies, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, PUWER assessments and safe systems of work
• Conduct routine site audits and inspections, ensuring compliance and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Contractor management: Manage Permits to Work / Method Statements / competency documentation
• Lead and support accident, incident and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and driving preventative actions
• Organise and deliver targeted EHS Training
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is suitable, available and effectively managed

Skills & Attributes required:

• Proven experience within a similar role
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
• NEBOSH Health and Safety qualification or equivalent
• Ability to provide detailed reports and develop safety procedures
• Strong communication skills at all levels and confident in engaging with regulatory bodies such as the HSE and EA
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• (Desirable) Experience in the chemicals industry and/or COMAH sites
• (Desirable) NEBOSH Diploma in Health and Safety Management

To be considered for the Health & Safety Advisor role apply today!