We are working with an established plant hire business that is looking to appoint a Health & Safety Advisor to support the business across its operations.
This is a varied, practical role that will involve maintaining and improving Health & Safety systems, ensuring the business remains compliant, and working closely with engineers, depot teams, customers and site-based personnel.
The ideal candidate will have experience within plant hire, construction, aggregates, civil engineering or a similar environment, and will be comfortable operating in a practical, operational setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and regularly update the company's Health & Safety systems, policies and procedures.
- Ensure the business remains compliant with relevant Health & Safety legislation, regulations and industry standards.
- Carry out site and depot inspections, identifying risks and ensuring appropriate actions are taken.
- Work closely with engineers and operational teams to provide practical Health & Safety advice.
- Liaise with clients and customers regarding Health & Safety requirements and compliance.
- Support the safe operation, maintenance and use of mobile plant and equipment.
- Review and update risk assessments, method statements and other Health & Safety documentation.
- Monitor Health & Safety performance and maintain accurate records and reporting systems.
- Assist with incident and accident investigations, identifying corrective and preventative actions.
- Support audits and ensure any actions arising are followed through to completion.
- Provide Health & Safety guidance and support to employees across the business.
- Help promote a strong and proactive Health & Safety culture throughout the organisation.
About You
We're looking for someone who understands that good Health & Safety is about more than just paperwork and policies. You will be practical, approachable and confident working with engineers, customers and operational teams.
Ideally, you will have:
- Around 5 years' Health & Safety experience — although this is not essential for the right person.
- Experience within plant hire, construction, aggregates, quarrying, civil engineering or a similar industry.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance.
- Experience with risk assessments, RAMS, audits, inspections and incident investigations.
- Experience working around heavy plant, machinery or engineering environments would be advantageous.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The confidence to liaise with clients, engineers, depot staff and management.
- A practical and proactive approach to Health & Safety.
- A full UK driving licence.
What's on Offer
- Company car.
- A varied role within an established plant hire business.
- The opportunity to work across Health & Safety, compliance, engineering and customer-facing activities.
- A practical role where you can have a direct impact on the company's Health & Safety standards.
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Health & Safety Manager in Burton upon Trent employer: Neos Engineering Recruitment
Join a well-established and highly respected organisation in the construction and heavy plant sector, where your skills as a Heavy Plant Engineer will be valued and rewarded. With a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000, plus overtime and comprehensive benefits, you will enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises ongoing training and development. Located in Glasgow, this role offers the chance to work with a modern fleet of machinery, ensuring your expertise contributes to maintaining peak performance and safety standards.
Contact Details:
Neos Engineering Recruitment Recruitment Team
