At a Glance
- Tasks: Support health and safety strategies, conduct inspections, and assist with risk assessments.
- Company: Established food manufacturing business with strong community ties in County Tipperary.
- Benefits: Full training provided, strong career development opportunities, and mentoring from experienced professionals.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to grow and advance in the health and safety field.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in workplace safety.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for health and safety, analytical skills, and a desire to learn.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate or Junior Health & Safety professional to join a well-established organisation with strong community roots. Supporting an experienced H&S team, you'll help drive safety improvements and promote high standards across the business.
Working closely with senior leaders and Health & Safety professionals, you'll receive excellent training, development and mentoring, making this an ideal opportunity for someone with the right attitude, enthusiasm and desire to learn and grow.
Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of health and safety strategies across the business.
- Assist with risk assessments, identify opportunities to reduce risk, and produce reports recommending improvements.
- Carry out site inspections to check policies and procedures are being executed correctly on sites.
- Keep records of any inspection findings or accidents on site and produce statistics for managers.
- Partake in-house training with site management/staff about health and safety issues and risks.
- Ensure equipment is installed safely.
- After time provide advice on a range of specialist areas such as fire regulations, noise & safe use of machinery.
The right applicant must have:
- The ability to stay up to date with changing H&S legislations.
- An observant and analytical personality.
- The drive & determination to push projects through.
You will keep yourself up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety legislation and any developments that affect our industry.
H&S Officer employer: Shirley Parsons Ltd
Shirley Parsons Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises sustainability and compliance in the heart of Birmingham. Employees benefit from robust professional development opportunities, a collaborative environment, and the chance to lead impactful projects that contribute to environmental excellence. Join us to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative setting.
