Health And Safety Officer

Location:

Aylesbury

Contek Recruitment Solutions are recruiting for an Environmental Health and Safety Officer on behalf of our client, a well-established and fast-growing engineering and manufacturing business based in Aylesbury. Our client operates at the forefront of thermal technology and is known for producing high-quality engineered products within a supportive, team-focused environment.

Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm

Friday 8.00am - 2.00pm With 30-minute lunch

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to work within the Production Engineering and Facilities Department as an Environmental Health and Safety Officer. The role To develop the company's health & safety and environmental standards, systems, processes and procedures. Successfully maintain ISO
45001 & ISO
14001 standards. To promote, coordinate and manage the health, safety, and environmental activities to ensure compliance with legislation and external auditors.

To provide advice, assistance, and training in-order to create a safe working culture. Who you will interact with

• Production Engineering and Facilities Manager
• Production
• Site Maintenance Engineers and site staff

• Develop, implement, and maintain EH&S policies, procedures, and systems in line with UK legislation and industry best practices.
• Monitor and report on EH&S performance using key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring timely and accurate management reporting.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and inspections across the site to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis, ensuring lessons learned are communicated and embedded.
• Coordinate EH&S training and awareness programmes for all staff, including induction and refresher sessions.
• Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, environmental agencies) and ensure all regulatory reporting is completed accurately and on time.
• Support sustainability initiatives and environmental compliance, including waste management, emissions control, and energy efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, and facilities to embed EH&S into daily operations.
• Attend educational programs and conferences to stay up to date on regulatory developments

• Strong organisation & planning skills.
• Good management and prioritisation of incoming demands.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexible, shares knowledge with Team and other departments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work from own initiative.
• Computer-literate. Microsoft package / email / (Epicor ERP system or similar - desirable).
• A proactive approach with the willingness to learn and develop.
• Able to manage their own time effectively with minimal supervision to meet targets.

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (essential).
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or 5 years' experience is desirable.
• Proven experience in an EH&S role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK EH&S legislation and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in EH&S software and Microsoft Office suite.

The training and development needs will be determined in conjunction with the Production Engineering & Facilities Manager.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Health cash plan
• On-site parking