Health & Safety Executive

Job Title: Health & Safety Officer
Reports To: HR Manager / Factory Manager
Location: [Specify location if needed]
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday Friday (flexibility required during audits, peak seasons, or customer visits)
Salary: £35,000 £ 40,000 per year OTE
Benefits: 28 days holiday, bank holidays (subject to approval), workplace pension, staff events, on-site parking/canteen

As a Health & Safety Officer, you will support the business in implementing Health & Safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all legal obligations, and promoting the health, safety, and well‑being of all employees. The Health & Safety Officer will play a key role in maintaining a safe workplace while delivering training, audits, and guidance across the organization.

• Provide Health & Safety guidance and support to managers, team leaders, and staff.
• Assist in the development and implementation of company Health & Safety policies.
• Maintain compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation and regulations.
• Coordinate all fire alarm and fire safety requirements.
• Support training activities, including First Aid and Fire Warden programs.
• Perform Health & Safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate reports, documentation, and records.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop follow‑up action plans.
• Support internal audits and external audit processes.
• Reinforce all Health & Safety protocols across the business.
• Deliver internal Health & Safety training sessions and coordinate external training where necessary.
• Actively promote the organization's values and a culture of safety.

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar Health & Safety role.
• Experience with report writing, auditing, and RAMS.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficient in IT and numeracy (MS Office).
• Full clean driving license.

• NEBOSH Diploma or Degree.
• Experience with in the food or FMCG industry.
• Training certification or experience delivering Health & Safety training.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem‑solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Team player with a flexible approach to working hours.

The role may require flexibility to meet the demands of a 7-day operational environment.

Hours include a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks (paid/unpaid as applicable).