We have an opportunity for a NEBOSH qualified Health and Safety Advisor with experience in ISO45001 to join a growing chemical manufacturer who have been established for more than 65 years, based in North Shields.This is a full time, permanent role working Monday – Friday 8.30am-4.30pm OR Monday – Thursday 7.30am-4pm and 1.30pm finish on a Friday, with a salary up to £50,000 per annum dependent on experience plus excellent benefits as below.As Health and Safety Advisor, you will report into the Senior HR Business Partner and will control all health, safety and environmental programs and initiatives for this site. You will support and manage regulatory compliance, investigations, audits, and training. The site is split across 2 factories with approx. 90 employees. As H&S Advisor in this standalone role, you will have no direct reports, however, will be responsible for training and coaching managers on health and safety matters, with a real emphasis on toxic chemicals and manual handling risks. Your key responsibilities will include:
1. Advising and assisting on the best practice of Health Safety and Environment controls and implementation of initiatives as part of their continuous improvement commitment
2. Partner with the Operations Director to recognise hazards and prevent injuries.
3. Assess potential health and safety hazards.
4. Assist in incident/ injury investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
5. Assist in the design and de...