Health & Safety Officer in Hungerford

At Klipboard we have introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work. Klipboard provides specialist software, services and support to deliver fully integrated trading and business management solutions to companies in the distributive trade.

Our mission is simple: to design and deliver high performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our distributive trade customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively. Great software solutions don’t happen without great people.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate organisational strategy into a proactive health, safety, and wellbeing framework.
• Work closely with senior leaders and operational teams to ensure employee wellbeing and regulatory compliance are balanced with business needs.
• Identify and mitigate risks, support planning around workforce safety, and contribute to organisational design from a duty-of-care perspective.
• Act as a bridge between the safety function, People and Facilities Team, and the wider business.
• Ensure that health and safety considerations are embedded into strategic decisions, operational planning, and day-to-day practices.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain health and safety policies tailored to a tech/office environment.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of office spaces and remote working practices.
• Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation, including HSE guidelines.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver health and safety inductions and training for new and existing staff.
• Collaborate with HR and Facilities to support wellbeing initiatives and ergonomic assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, and training.
• Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, fire safety officers) as required.
• Support business continuity and emergency planning.
• Travel to other UK office locations.
• Standard working hours with flexibility during audits or emergencies.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Experience in a health and safety role, ideally within an office or tech environment.
• Strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders.
• Experience with DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessments and remote work safety.
• Delivery of training (First Aid, Fire Safety, DSE).
• IOSH membership or equivalent, or working towards.
• Experience with ISO 45001 or similar standards.
• First Aid or Fire Marshal certification.
• Knowledge of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.

Equal Opportunities

As a global company, we value and respect the diversity of our workforce, aiming to empower everyone to embrace each other's differences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our company and culture. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce, where creativity and valuing differences enable us all to thrive and sparks innovation.

If you require any help, adjustments and/or support during the interview and offer process then please advise our TA or HR team. Research shows that women and other underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet every listed requirement. However, we recognise that skills and experience come in many forms, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion. If you are passionate about this role and believe you have the right mindset and transferable skills, we would love to hear from you!