Health & Safety Officer Part Time

Job Title:

Part Time Health and Safety Officer - 24 hours per week

Reporting to:

HR Manager

Job Overview

The role requires a candidate who is ambitious and motivated, who is keen to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and best practice and have relevant experience in a manufacturing company.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on all Health and Safety activities onsite, including creating and maintaining accurate and up to date health and safety records (including risk assessments, policies accident investigations, training)
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare detailed reports on safety performance, including incident reports, inspection findings, and recommendations for improvement
• Provide safety training and education to employees on topics such as hazard recognition, emergency response, and safe work practices
• Collaborate with management and employees to promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability
• Stay up to date with industry best practices and regulatory requirements related to workplace safety
• Assist with the development, improvement and auditing of the health and safety systems (including ISO 45001)

Skills, Qualification and Experience

• Experience as health and Safety Officer (or similar) within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with ISO 45001 (desirable)
• NEBOSH qualification (desirable)
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and best practices
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient in report writing and data analysis