At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety compliance in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Innovative SME focused on R&D and manufacturing.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to continuous improvement and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in workplace safety and culture.
- Qualifications: Experience in health and safety, preferably in engineering or manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Health & Safety Officer will provide operational leadership for health, safety and environmental compliance across our engineering, testing, prototype build and office environments. This is a hands-on, part-time role suited to an experienced professional who can work autonomously in an SME setting, balancing legal compliance, risk management and safety culture development in a high-technology, R&D and low volume manufacturing environment.
Key responsibilities
- Governance, Compliance & Leadership
- Operate as the company’s competent person for Health & Safety under UK legislation, ensuring compliance with all statutory obligations and industry best practice.
- Develop, maintain and continuously improve the company’s Health & Safety Management System.
- Provide professional advice to the HR Director, senior leadership and engineering managers on health, safety and regulatory matters.
- Monitor and interpret changes in legislation and ensure timely implementation across the business.
- Risk Management & Operational Safety
- Lead and conduct risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) for engineering, test, workshop, high-voltage and low volume build activities.
- Oversee safety management for:
- High-voltage systems
- Mechanical and electrical testing environments
- Manual handling and workshop operations
- Hazardous substances (COSHH)
- Contractor and visitor safety
- Ensure suitable controls are implemented, monitored and reviewed.
- Incident Management & Assurance
- Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and effective corrective and preventative actions.
- Maintain statutory records and reporting, including RIDDOR where applicable.
- Prepare safety performance reports, trend analysis and compliance dashboards for senior management.
- Training & Safety Culture
- Develop and deliver targeted H&S training and briefings including:
- Induction training
- High-voltage awareness
- Workshop and test safety
- Fire safety and emergency response
- Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, communication and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Audit, Inspection & Continuous Improvement
- Conduct planned and ad-hoc safety inspections and internal audits.
- Support external audits, customer assessments and regulatory inspections.
- Contribute to the development of systems aligned to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 (where applicable).
- Wellbeing & Environmental Support
- Support wellbeing initiatives including ergonomic assessments, occupational health coordination and mental wellbeing programmes.
- Support in the development of the company’s Environmental Management System (EMS) in line with ISO 14001.
- Identify and manage environmental risks and impacts, including:
- Waste management and recycling
- Energy use and sustainability initiatives
- Hazardous materials handling and disposal
- Environmental compliance obligations
- Support environmental audits, customer assessments and continuous improvement plans.
Competencies, Skills and Experience
- Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including:
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations
- COSHH
- PUWER
- LOLER
- RIDDOR
- Proven experience in a technical, engineering, manufacturing or R&D environment.
- Ability to operate autonomously in an SME, managing priorities with minimal supervision.
- Experience conducting accident investigations and formal risk assessments.
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence engineers, managers and senior leadership.
- Strong report writing, documentation and organisational skills.
- Attention to detail, identifying potential hazards and ensuring that all safety measures are implemented correctly and consistently.
- Experience in automotive, EV, high-voltage, defence or regulated industrial environments.
- Familiarity with ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 frameworks.
- Experience supporting customer, regulatory or defence-sector audits.
Qualifications
- IOSH qualification (minimum requirement).
- NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma (preferred).
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH) desirable.
Health And Safety Advisor in Silverstone employer: Original Talent Recruitment
As a Health and Safety Advisor in our innovative SME, you will thrive in a dynamic environment that prioritises safety and compliance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. We offer a supportive work culture that values your expertise, providing opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside competitive benefits tailored to enhance your well-being. Join us in shaping a safer workplace where your contributions directly impact our engineering and manufacturing excellence.
Contact Details:
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