ROXUK00140 – Safety Health & Environmental Officer
ROXUK00140 – Safety Health & Environmental Officer
Reporting to:
Location:
Holidays:
25 + statutory days per annum pro-rata
Salary and Additional Benefits:
Competitive Salary, Success Sharing Bonus Scheme, Company Sick Pay, Company Pension Scheme, Perkbox, Onsite Parking, Subsidised Canteen
Hours of Work:
38 hours/week
7:30-15:30 Monday to Thursday (30 mins lunch, 12:00-12:30)
7:30-14:30 Friday
Homeworking:
On site only
Roxel is an Anglo-French company specializing in designing, developing, and manufacturing solid propellant rocket motors for tactical missiles. With operations across the UK and France, and an annual turnover of about £150M, nearly 1000 staff work at our UK site in Summerfield, Kidderminster.
We are experiencing rapid growth, involving new process and equipment design, and maintaining high standards of Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE). We seek a SHE Officer to ensure compliance with legislative and organizational standards, with a focus on environmental standards and all aspects of health and safety.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* Develop and implement SHE policies and procedures aligned with UK legislation and organizational standards.
* Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
* Provide guidance on risk assessments, hazard identification, and control measures.
* Investigate SHE incidents and near-misses, preparing reports and corrective recommendations.
* Monitor and analyze SHE performance metrics, preparing management reports.
* Coordinate emergency response plans and conduct drills.
* Liaise with regulatory bodies, ensuring timely submission of reports, especially environmental reports.
* Promote a safety and environmental awareness culture within Roxel UK.
* Support SHE improvement projects as needed.
* Stay updated on SHE regulations, trends, and best practices.
* Deputize for the H&S and Environmental Manager in their absence, managing occupational safety and environmental policies.
* Provide ongoing support and guidance to site managers and employees on SHE issues.
Skills and Qualifications
Experience & Background
Qualifications:
* Higher qualification in science or engineering (HNC/HND).
* NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent.
* IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management or equivalent.
* Degree in science or engineering (desirable).
* Membership or accreditation by a chartered institute (desirable).
Experience:
* Experience in high hazard industries, preferably explosives manufacturing.
* Knowledge of Explosive Regulations 2014 (HSE L150).
* Understanding of UK environmental legislation and permits.
* Experience with safety engineering in Upper Tier COMAH sites.
* Strong safety engineering background.
Person Specification
* Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.
* Team player capable of working independently.
* Ability to make balanced, evidence-based decisions.
* Effective time management and prioritization skills.
How to Apply
Please email your CV and motivation letter to: uk_recruitment@roxelgroup.uk.com
Include your salary expectations in your application.
Note: Security clearance is required for employment at Roxel UK. The successful candidate must have lived in the UK for at least 5 years and possess UK settled status for security reasons. More info: UK Security Vetting Guidelines
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