HR & Safety Advisor

HR & Safety Advisor

Avid Personnel are proud to be recruiting on behalf of their client, a well‑established manufacturing business based in Welshpool. We are seeking an experienced HR & Safety Advisor, with the role primarily focused on Health & Safety, supported by core HR responsibilities.

The Role

This is a key position within the business, responsible for ensuring a strong safety culture across the site while maintaining robust HR policies and procedures. The successful candidate will act as the main point of contact for Health & Safety and provide professional HR support, particularly around employee relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Health & Safety activities across the site
• Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation and company standards
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, investigations, and implement corrective actions
• Promote a proactive safety culture through training, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Liaise with external bodies where required (e.g. HSE, insurers)

HR Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop HR policies and procedures
• Provide advice and guidance on employee relations matters
• Manage disciplinary and grievance processes in line with best practice
• Support managers with HR‑related queries and compliance

About You

• CIPD qualified (or working towards) is essential for the HR element
• Minimum IOSH qualification (NEBOSH desirable) for Health & Safety
• Proven experience in a Health & Safety‑led role, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong working knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and disciplinary processes
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage at all levels

What\’s on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Stable, Monday‑Friday role with 37 hours per weekOpportunity to play a pivotal role within a reputable and growing organisation

To apply or for more information, please contact Avid Personnel today.