At a Glance
- Tasks: Support health, safety, and environmental initiatives on innovative engineering projects.
- Company: Join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation with a focus on safety culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities to engage in decarbonisation and renewable energy projects.
- Why this job: Be part of a rapidly expanding division driving proactive safety and sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in HSE roles, strong communication skills, and a passion for safety.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit a Health, Safety & Environmental Officer. This role offers the chance to be part of a rapidly expanding division, supporting innovative projects while helping to drive a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement across all operations. Reporting to the HSE Manager, you will support the delivery of Health, Safety, and Environmental objectives across a portfolio of decarbonisation, maintenance, and infrastructure projects. This is a highly visible role requiring regular site engagement, where you will work closely with project teams to ensure HSE requirements are effectively integrated throughout the project lifecycle.
In your new role:
- Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, and Environmental management systems
- Conduct site inspections, audits, and compliance monitoring activities across active project sites
- Assist with risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work to ensure effective risk control
- Support incident and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
- Monitor compliance with client requirements, company standards, and relevant HSE legislation
- Work closely with project delivery teams, contractors, and subcontractors to promote safe working practices
- Provide practical HSE guidance and support throughout all stages of project delivery
- Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings to site personnel
- Assist with environmental management initiatives and promote sustainable working practices
- Support audit programmes and help maintain readiness for client, regulatory, and certification audits
- Build strong working relationships with stakeholders and contribute to the development of a positive behavioural safety culture
- Maintain accurate HSE records, reports, and performance data
What you will need to succeed:
- Previous experience within a Health & Safety, HSE, or SHEQ role, ideally within construction, engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or energy-related sectors
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and its practical application on project sites
- Experience carrying out audits, inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations
- Knowledge of CDM regulations and contractor management principles
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to influence positive safety behaviours and promote a proactive safety culture
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):
- Experience working on decarbonisation, renewable energy, energy transition, or infrastructure projects
- Knowledge of technologies such as heat pumps, district heating, retrofit programmes, solar, or battery storage systems
- NEBOSH qualification or equivalent Health & Safety certification
- Experience supporting contractor and subcontractor compliance activities
- Familiarity with environmental management systems and sustainability initiatives
Health, Safety and Environmental Officer in Birmingham employer: Vickerstock
Vickerstock is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets safety in the engineering and manufacturing sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have ample opportunities for growth while contributing to meaningful projects focused on decarbonisation and sustainability. Our collaborative culture fosters strong relationships among teams, ensuring that your role as a Health, Safety and Environmental Officer is both impactful and rewarding.
