Are you an experienced Environmental Health & Safety Officer looking for an opportunity to make a real difference within a busy manufacturing environment? Our client is an established manufacturing business looking for a proactive and hands-on EH&S Officer to join their team.
Working closely with the EH&S Manager and wider Operations team, you'll play a key role in promoting a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with environmental and health & safety legislation, and supporting continuous improvement across the business.
This is a varied position combining hands-on factory involvement, accident investigations, risk management, employee training and environmental initiatives. We're looking for someone who enjoys engaging with people at all levels and can confidently promote safe working practices throughout the organisation.
Environmental Health & Safety Officer Job Overview
- Support the EH&S Manager in maintaining environmental and health & safety management systems
- Promote a positive safety culture across the manufacturing environment
- Support compliance with ISO 14001 standards and assist with audit preparation
- Conduct accident and near-miss investigations, identifying improvements and preventative actions
- Deliver health & safety inductions and training to employees and managers
- Maintain accurate incident records, training documentation and monthly EH&S reports
- Monitor environmental performance, including waste management and energy consumption
- Work with Operations teams to identify risks and implement practical safety improvements
- Support occupational health, health surveillance and workplace risk assessments
- Coordinate Fire Marshals, First Aiders and Health & Safety Champions
- Conduct workplace inspections, audits and plant safety reviews
- Liaise with external suppliers regarding waste management, safety training and monitoring
Environmental Health & Safety Officer Skills & Experience Required
- Previous Health & Safety or Environmental experience within a manufacturing environment is essential
- Good understanding of health & safety legislation, risk assessments and safe working practices
- Experience supporting accident investigations, audits and compliance activities
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 environmental standards would be advantageous
- NEBOSH General Certificate or relevant HNC/HND/Degree qualification desirable
- Confident delivering health & safety training and engaging with employees at all levels
Environmental Health & Safety Officer Benefits Offered
- Salary between £35,000 - £40,000
- 37.5 hours working week
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Parking
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Environmental Health & Safety Officer in Royston employer: Lawrence Dean Recruitment
At Lawrence Dean Recruitment, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment where our employees can thrive. As a Helpdesk Manager, you will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, a collaborative team culture, and the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting. Our commitment to employee well-being and growth makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking a rewarding career in commercial services.
