Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor - Champion Safety and Sustainability
Are you passionate about creating safe and healthy workplaces? A leading manufacturing company based in Livingston is seeking a proactive Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor. In this pivotal role, you will support site management to ensure compliance with UK HSE legislation, lead health and safety initiatives, and promote a positive safety culture across the site. Join them to drive continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental performance while protecting their people and the planet.
Why You'll Love This Role
Play a key role in creating a safe and healthy work environment at a leading manufacturing site
Lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives that make a tangible impact
Drive continuous improvement and promote a positive HSE culture
Collaborate with site leadership and diverse teams to ensure compliance and best practices
Develop your expertise in a supportive and proactive work environment
What You'll Do
Ensure site compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation and company policies
Coordinate and review risk assessments and method statements, ensuring effective control measures are in place
Lead health and safety initiatives, including accident prevention and proactive risk management
Conduct audits and inspections to monitor HSE management system effectiveness and implement corrective actions
Investigate accidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate preventative measures are applied
Manage incident reporting and maintain accurate records of safety performance metrics
Develop and maintain emergency response teams, including fire wardens and first aid support
Promote safety awareness through regular engagement activities such as toolbox talks and safety programs
Support environmental compliance efforts, including waste reduction and resource conservation initiatives
Collaborate with site leadership and cross-functional teams to foster a positive HSE culture and continuous improvement
What You'll Bring
Experience in a health, safety, and environmental role within a manufacturing environment
Comprehensive knowledge of UK HSE legislative requirements and best practices
NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum); NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5 in Health & Safety preferred
Registered with a professional body such as IOSH
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
Proactive problem solver with excellent attention to detail
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Competent in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Demonstrated leadership qualities and a commitment to promoting a positive HSE culture
Ability to work flexibly to meet business needs and drive continuous improvement
Ready to Apply?
If you are passionate about promoting a safe and healthy work environment and ready to contribute your expertise as a Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor, apply today or contact Stuart Barton at Escape Recruitment to learn more