Vickerstock are working in partnership with a manufacturing firm on the appointment of an SHEQ Officer.
As a SHEQ Officer, you will have responsibility for all Health and Safety matters for the business, including quality and compliance.
In your new role:
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; implement corrective actions and update documentation
- Ensure compliance with new health and safety legislation
- Lead risk assessments, including manual handling, fire risk, COSHH, and fire prevention
- Maintain and update ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 standards
- Conduct occupational health surveys
- Ensure all employees receive required EHS training, including new hire inductions
- Participate in monthly Health and Safety conference calls and meetings
- Provide HSE and compliance support and advice to the business
- Promote a positive safety and compliance culture across the site
- Chair monthly Health and Safety meetings, documenting and reporting outcomes
- Deliver regular Health and Safety toolbox talks and training
- Coordinate external audits and manage on-site audits
- Oversee material testing, product inspections, and ensure product quality
- Investigate and resolve customer complaints, non-conformance issues, and scrappage
- Arrange hazardous waste disposal and conduct daily environmental checks
- Lead energy efficiency and renewable energy projects on site
What you will need to succeed:
- Previous experience in a Health and Safety role
- Relevant NEBOSH qualification
- Experience with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001
- Experience with investigations, audits, inspections, compiling reports and making recommendations as appropriate
- Strong organisational skills
- Good communication skills, including written, oral and presentation skills
- Excellent IT skills (MS Office)
Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):
- Previous experience within the manufacturing industry
- Internal auditor certifications
- Management experience
For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.