Health and Safety Officer in Stafford

Health & Safety Officer - Harbour Healthcare

Job Title: Health & Safety Officer
Location: Central, with national Travel
Salary: £40,000 per annum (depending on experience), plus £5,000 car Allowance
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Health & Safety Officer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional to play a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and positive working environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting a strong health and safety culture, ensuring compliance with current legislation, conducting audits and risk assessments, and supporting managers and employees with health and safety best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company standards.
• Deliver health and safety inductions and training to employees.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, contractors, and external stakeholders as required.
• Support managers in implementing safe working practices across all departments.
• Monitor and report on health and safety performance metrics.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the organisation.

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Officer, Advisor, or similar position.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• Membership of IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health).
• Experience within manufacturing, construction, logistics, facilities management, or a related sector.
• NEBOSH Diploma or higher-level Health & Safety qualification.
• Experience with ISO 45001 standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.