Health & Safety Officer

Health & Safety Officer

Food Manufacturing | Birmingham

Fixed Term Contract - 12 Months (with potential extension)

Salary:
Up to £45,000 per annum

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday (8:30am-4:30pm)

Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays

Pension:
Up to 4% employer contribution

Benefits:
Good benefits package

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join our Food Manufacturing site in Birmingham. This is a key, hands‑on role within the Site Management Team, reporting directly to the Group Health & Safety Manager.

You will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and internal standards across the site, working closely with colleagues across all departments. This is a varied and fast‑paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor and influencing positive safety culture.

• Ensure all Health & Safety policies, procedures, and legal requirements are implemented and maintained on site
• Support and work closely with the Group Health & Safety Manager on site and group‑wide initiatives
• Carry out risk assessments, audits, inspections, and accident investigations
• Promote a positive Health & Safety culture across all departments
• Provide guidance, advice, and training to managers and employees
• Monitor compliance, report on performance, and drive continuous improvement
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders as required
• Occasional travel within the UK to other company sites and customer offices will be required

• Previous Health & Safety experience within a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing desirable)
• NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a changing workload
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels
• Good IT skills; SAP knowledge would be advantageous
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with a positive, can‑do attitude
• Flexibility to travel occasionally within the UK

This is a great opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving Health & Safety standards within a well‑established food manufacturing business, while working closely with an experienced Group H&S function