Health & Safety Officer

Overview

Are you an experienced Health & Safety Officer with a strong background in Manufacturing? Our client in West Yorkshire is seeking a passionate Health & Safety Officer to enhance their management team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to creating a safe workplace, we want to hear from you!

• Develop and implement the Company's Health, Safety & Environmental management systems.
• Ensure all safety processes are documented, trained, and adhered to by all employees.
• Engage colleagues at all levels to foster a positive H&S culture.
• Conduct accident investigations and drive continual improvement in safety standards.
• Manage contractor control processes and perform new starter inductions.
• Prepare risk assessments and support the implementation of an Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Ensure compliance with JCG HSE Management Systems and maintain audit readiness.
• Participate in internal HSE audits and assist during external audits.

• Collaborate with your line manager for regular goal-setting discussions.
• Participate in recruiting and training new team members.
• Support cross-functional projects and initiatives with enthusiasm.

• Contribute to ISO and Ethical audits, ensuring zero non-conformances.

• Deputise for the Group HSE Director when needed.
• Uphold the highest safety standards and environmental practices.
• Live by the Company values and challenge others to do the same.

• Holds a Level 6 qualification in a H&S discipline (or is working towards it).
• Has a full UK driving licence and is insured for business use.
• Has experience managing HSE ISO accredited management systems.
• Brings good IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office and H&S systems.
• Is capable of working with individuals at all levels within the organisation.

• Be proactive and dynamic, with a knack for problem-solving.
• Communicate effectively and assertively, leading by example.
• Support and encourage your team to improve safety standards.

This is a full-time role, with hours from 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:30 to 15:45 on Friday, including a 45-minute unpaid lunch break each day.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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• Job Title: Health & Safety Officer
• Company:
• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
• Posted: Jan 28th 2026
• Closes: Feb 28th 2026
• Sector: Manufacturing & Surveying
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time
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