H&S Officer

CNC Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive health and safety professional to play a key role in developing and maintaining a robust Health & Safety Management System within a quality-driven manufacturing environment.

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Working closely with the Quality Manager, you will support the implementation of health and safety strategies, ensure compliance with UK legislation, and promote a positive safety culture across the organisation. This is a hands-on role where you'll work collaboratively with managers and employees to drive continuous improvement and embed best practices throughout the business.

Key ResponsibilitiesHealth & Safety Management\n

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• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of the company's Health & Safety Management System.
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• Ensure compliance with all relevant UK Health & Safety legislation and industry standards.
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• Develop, review and update health and safety policies, procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
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• Provide practical health and safety advice and guidance to managers and employees.
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• Monitor legislative changes and recommend improvements to maintain compliance.
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• Contribute to health and safety objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Risk Management & Compliance\n

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• Conduct workplace inspections and audits to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
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• Carry out and review risk assessments, ensuring effective control measures are implemented.
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• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending corrective and preventative actions.
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• Monitor the completion of corrective actions to ensure issues are resolved effectively.
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• Support regulatory inspections and customer audits relating to health and safety.
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• Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation.
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Training & Employee Engagement\n

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• Deliver health and safety inductions for new employees and contractors.
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• Coordinate and support health and safety training programmes.
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• Promote a positive safety culture through toolbox talks, safety briefings and awareness campaigns.
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• Encourage proactive reporting of hazards, near misses and improvement opportunities.
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• Support Health & Safety Committee meetings and follow up on agreed actions.
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Emergency Preparedness & Occupational Safety\n

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• Assist in maintaining emergency response procedures, including fire safety and evacuation plans.
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• Coordinate emergency drills and business preparedness activities.
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• Monitor first aid, fire safety and workplace welfare arrangements.
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• Liaise with occupational health providers and specialist safety consultants where required.
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• Support environmental compliance initiatives, including waste management and environmental awareness.
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About You\n

We're looking for an organised and knowledgeable Health & Safety professional who can confidently engage with people at all levels of the business and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements\n

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• Previous experience in a Health & Safety role within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment.
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• Good working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
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• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent recognised qualification).
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• Experience carrying out workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments.
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• Experience investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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Desirable\n

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• Experience within aerospace or another highly regulated manufacturing sector.
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• Internal Auditor qualification.
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• Knowledge of ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems.
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• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
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What's on Offer\n

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• Opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business.
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• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
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• A role where you can make a genuine impact on workplace safety and continuous improvement.
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• Competitive salary and benefits package (details available on application).
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