Health and Safety Advisor

Are you looking to work for a leading reputable business working with the wider health and safety team?

Principal People are pleased to be working with a leading manufacturing business to recruit a new Health and Safety Advisor for the business.

With over 100 years in business as a group and serving a global market, this site is also the largest lead producer in Europe. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable and exciting company.

Based at their site near Dartford, this person will work alongside the established Health and Safety team and operational teams within the business to maintain a safe working environment and promote a positive HSE culture. Reporting to the Head of Health and Safety, the Health and Safety Advisor will help in developing and implementing an effective HSE management system and drive continuous improvement.

The Health and Safety Advisor will be responsible for:

• Applying and developing HSE management systems, legislation and best practice.
• Supporting the Head of Health and Safety in maintaining IMS documentation and systems.
• Implementing Health and Safety strategy in accordance with company and site standards.
• Carrying out internal audits to ensure work is carried out in line with policies and procedures.
• Acting as a point of contact for accreditations including ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 5001.
• Supporting all departments to understand and improve their HSE responsibilities, identify training needs, and ensure correct PPE use.

Why could this be an excellent role for you:

• Working as part of a large group business creates excellent opportunities for career progression.
• You will be joining a team of five Health and Safety professionals, and reporting to a supportive and engaging manager.
• Health and Safety is a key focus and priority on this COMAH site, with genuine staff engagement.
• This is a varied operational environment with an interesting risk profile across the manufacturing site.

To be considered for this role you must have:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification as a minimum.
• An auditing qualification is ideal but not essential.
• Experience working within the manufacturing sector is beneficial.
• Strong experience working in an operational Health and Safety role.

In return, the successful candidate will be paid a salary of up to £65,000, depending on experience and qualifications, and the opportunity to join an industry-leading organization in a varied and fulfilling role. To be considered for the role please apply today!