Health and Safety Lead in Ridlington

Location: Vetchberry- Witton, Birmingham

Application Deadline: 24 April 2026

Department: QHSE

We are seeking a proactive and motivated HSE Advisor to support our QHSE Manager in maintaining and continuously improving Health, Safety, and Environmental standards across the plant. In this role, you will play a key part in implementing new HSE processes and initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a strong culture of safety. You will build effective working relationships with employees at all levels, as well as contractors, to promote best practices and drive engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and communicated.
• Ensure full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained.
• Establish and maintain a full programme of documented health & safety inspections, audits and checks.
• Conduct regular risk assessments of the workplace activities, identifying potential hazards, and implementing controls to mitigate risks.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk control measures and adjust as necessary.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and other safety incidents to determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of all safety-related incidents and produce reports for management as required.
• Implement proactive and reactive safety measures as required.
• Provide practical competent advice to the workforce, supervisors and managers on HSW matters.
• Complete internal and subcontractor audits, and set actions to address the root cause of any findings in relation to audits and investigations.
• Update and manage the HSE KPI’s in line with the company objectives.
• Promote a positive safety culture within Thyssenkrupp, encouraging active participation and ownership of safety responsibilities at all levels.
• Engage with employees and management to raise awareness of safety issues and foster a proactive approach to risk management.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a health and safety role, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health & safety legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks and develop effective control measures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient in conducting safety training sessions and delivering presentations.
• An approachable, flexible and pro-active individual who all employees feel they can approach for assistance in any safety matter.
• Ability to work independently on a project.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to undertake further training and study as required.
• A full UK driving licence and own transport.

Job Benefits

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Company bonus scheme
• Advantageous pension scheme
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee high street vouchers & discounts