EHS Officer in Basildon

EHS Officer in Basildon

Basildon Full-Time On-site
Prime Appointments Ltd

EHS Officer

Aerospace Manufacturing |Basildon, Essex

£35,000 – £40,000 per annum + Benefits

Are you an experienced EHS Officer, HSE Officer, or Health & Safety Advisor looking to join an established, international aerospace manufacturer?

A leading supplier in Basildon is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Officer to drive a proactive safety culture across site operations. This role offers excellent job security, strong leadership backing, and a great work-life balance with an early finish every Friday.

What’s on Offer

  • Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 DOE
  • Working Hours: Mon–Thu 8:00am–5:00pm | Fri 7:30am–12:30pm (Early Finish)
  • Benefits: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance (2x salary), and EAP

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote site HSE compliance with current UK legislation and maintain management systems.
  • Carry out routine workplace inspections, risk assessments, and COSHH assessments.
  • Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations with root-cause reporting and corrective actions.
  • Coordinate fire safety, emergency response plans, and site evacuation drills.
  • Chair internal H&S committee meetings and deliver employee onboarding inductions.
  • Track and report HSE KPIs and metrics to management and regulatory bodies.

Skills & Experience

  • Background as an EHS Officer, HSE Advisor, or Health & Safety Officer.
  • Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or aerospace environments.
  • Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation, risk assessments, and auditing.
  • NEBOSH General Certificate (held or in progress) is desirable.
  • Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or ISO 50001 standards is beneficial.

Candidates are required to be British citizens for this role.

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EHS Officer in Basildon employer: Prime Appointments Ltd

Join a leading specialist interiors company in Ipswich, where your expertise as a Health and Safety Advisor will be valued and impactful. With a strong commitment to employee development, a collaborative work culture, and a focus on continuous improvement, this role offers you the chance to contribute to high-end projects while ensuring a safe working environment. Enjoy the benefits of working in a dynamic team that prioritises health and safety excellence and supports your professional growth.

Prime Appointments Ltd

Contact Details:

Prime Appointments Ltd Recruitment Team