At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct safety inspections, promote reporting culture, and support health and safety training.
- Company: Established manufacturing business focused on high-quality blended products.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 22 days holiday, private medical insurance, and casual dress code.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in health and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace safety in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing and understanding of health and safety principles.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 28000 £ per year.
Health & Safety Officer
Location
Thirsk, North Yorkshire
Salary
From £28,000 per annum - Negotiable DOE
Hours
Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30
Benefits
22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Private Medical Insurance, On-Site Parking, Casual Dress
About the Company
Our client is a well-established manufacturing business specialising in the production and supply of high-quality blended products for a diverse customer base.
They are seeking a proactive and hands‑on
Health & Safety Officer to support site operations and help drive a positive safety culture across manufacturing, warehouse, and yard environments.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their health and safety career within a fast‑paced manufacturing setting, where they can make a tangible impact on workplace safety and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Site Safety Inspections & Housekeeping
- Conduct regular health and safety inspections across manufacturing, warehouse, and external yard areas.
- Identify unsafe conditions and behaviours, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
- Track outstanding safety actions and follow up on overdue items.
- Support management teams during internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
- Near Miss & Hazard Reporting
- Promote a strong reporting culture by encouraging the identification of hazards and near misses.
- Assist employees with completing reports and documentation.
- Carry out basic investigations into incidents and near misses.
- Ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed out effectively.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents, hazards, and associated actions.
- Safety Administration
- Maintain health and safety documentation, records, and site compliance files.
- Keep training records up to date.
- Support audit preparation activities.
- Manage accident, incident, and near miss databases.
- Produce regular weekly and monthly health and safety reports.
- Training & Communication
- Deliver health and safety inductions for new employees and contractors.
- Assist managers in delivering toolbox talks.
- Maintain safety noticeboards and communication materials.
- Support site‑wide safety campaigns and awareness initiatives.
- Waste & Environmental Compliance
- Conduct routine inspections of waste storage and disposal areas.
- Ensure waste segregation procedures are followed.
- Monitor waste documentation and collection records.
- Identify and report environmental compliance concerns.
- General Health & Safety Support
- Act as a visible, approachable, and proactive presence across the site.
- Escalate significant risks and concerns to the management team.
- Support formal accident investigations when required.
- Assist with contractor management, permit‑to‑work systems, and site access procedures.
Person Specification
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience within a manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or production environment.
- Good understanding of workplace health and safety principles.
- Ability to challenge unsafe behaviours in a professional and constructive manner.
- Proactive, practical, and solutions‑focused mindset.
Desirable Requirements
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
- Previous experience conducting workplace inspections or supporting safety audits.
- Experience participating in accident, incident, or near miss investigations.
- Certificate of Higher Education or similar qualification.
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HSE Officer in Thirsk employer: Central Employment Agency (North East) Ltd.
Central Employment Agency (North East) Ltd. is an excellent employer, offering a supportive team atmosphere and stable employment in the vibrant town of Thirsk, North Yorkshire. With competitive pay and flexible shift options, we prioritise employee growth through skill development opportunities, making it an ideal place for motivated individuals seeking meaningful and rewarding work.
Contact Details:
Central Employment Agency (North East) Ltd. Recruitment Team
