Pacadar UK is looking for an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Officer to join our precast concrete manufacturing facility near Rochester.
This is a key role within a heavy industrial environment involving lifting operations, heavy machinery, working at height and hazardous substances. You will play a vital role in ensuring legal compliance, protecting our workforce and strengthening our safety culture across the site.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain Health, Safety and Wellbeing Plans
* Conduct risk assessments for routine and non-routine activities
* Lead accident, incident and near-miss investigations
* Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH Regulations
* Deliver weekly Toolbox Talks and HSE inductions
* Monitor Permit to Work (PTW) systems
* Carry out regular site inspections and audits
* Oversee plant, machinery and electrical safety compliance
* Coordinate safety training programmes
* Implement traffic management systems for site logistics
* Support ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 compliance
* Promote employee engagement and a strong safety culture
What We’re Looking For
✔ Proven experience in industrial manufacturing, heavy industry or construction materials
✔ Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation
✔ Experience with plant operations, lifting activities and hazardous materials
✔ NEBOSH General Certificate (essential)
✔ IOSH membership (desirable)
✔ Excellent communication and leadership skills
Why Join Pacadar UK?
* Work within a well-established international industrial group
* Be part of a growing UK manufacturing operation
* Play a key role in shaping and improving safety standards
* Opportunity to make a real operational impact
Pacadar UK is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.