Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Salary: £45-50k Contract: Permanent We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Advisor to support manufacturing operations across two local sites and help drive a strong culture of safety, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement. This is a highly visible, practical role working closely with managers, employees, contractors and external stakeholders. You will provide expert HS&E guidance, support legal and regulatory compliance, and help ensure a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplace. Key responsibilities: Maintain and continually improve ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems. Coordinate internal and external audits, inspections and corrective actions. Monitor HS&E performance, KPIs and trends, identifying opportunities for improvement. Provide practical HS&E advice, coaching and support to employees and managers at all levels. Support risk assessments, incident investigations, root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, briefings and HS&E awareness initiatives. Coordinate worker consultation and engagement activities to promote a positive safety culture. Support emergency preparedness and response arrangements. Lead or support initiatives relating to waste, energy, carbon and resource efficiency. Provide HS&E input into contractor activities, new equipment, plant modifications and engineering projects. Liaise with regulators, auditors, contractors, suppliers and specialist service providers. About you You will have practical experience in HS&E within a manufacturing, engineering, industrial or similar operational environment, together with a good understanding of UK health, safety and environmental legislation. You should have: NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent). Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 and internal auditing. Experience in incident investigation, risk management and HS&E improvement. Knowledge of environmental compliance, waste management or energy/carbon reduction. Strong communication, influencing and organisational skills. Confidence engaging with people at all levels and challenging constructively when required. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office; SharePoint and Power BI experience would be advantageous. What's on offer? This is an excellent opportunity for an HS&E professional who enjoys being visible on the shop floor, working collaboratively and making a tangible difference to employee wellbeing, operational performance and environmental sustainability. The role is based in Bridgwater, with occasional travel for meetings, training, equipment assessments and best-practice visits. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
HSE Advisor in Bridgwater employer: Shirley Parsons Ltd
Join a prestigious organisation in London as a Senior Health and Safety Advisor, where you'll thrive in a supportive team environment that values your expertise. With a competitive salary and benefits package, this role offers unique opportunities to work across a diverse property portfolio, ensuring compliance and fostering a strong safety culture. You'll have the chance to develop your skills further while making a meaningful impact on health and safety practices across multiple sites.
