Overview
Passionate About Safety? Ready to Make an Impact? Join Curaleaf International as a Health & Safety Officer and play a vital role in keeping our people, sites, and processes safe while shaping standards in a fast-growing, regulated industry.
Location: Sunderland, On-site
Hours: Part time, 30 hours per week
Curaleaf International is shaping the future of cannabis through its commitment to research and product excellence. Powered by a strong presence at all stages of the supply chain, its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Amidst a rapid growth trajectory, the emphasis on quality and expertise aims to ensure the delivery of safe and legal cannabis. Curaleaf International's network includes a clinic, pharmacy, and laboratory in the UK; cultivation and EU-GMP processing facilities in Portugal; an EU-GMP processing, quality assurance and research site in Spain; Four20 Pharma wholesaler and distributor in Germany; a Polish wholesaler and clinic; and the EU-GMP producer Northern Green Canada. Curaleaf International is part of Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a leading international producer and distributor of consumer cannabis products.
Our Vision: To shape the future of cannabis through our commitment to research and product excellence
Our Mission: To be the world’s leading cannabis company consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.
Our Values: Lead & Inspire; Commit to Win; Driven to Deliver Excellence; Customer Obsession; One Curaleaf
Position
As a Health & Safety Officer across our Sunderland sites, you will combine operational safety responsibilities with advisory support to ensure site-wide compliance with legal and GMP requirements.
Responsibilities
* Assisting in developing, implementing, and reviewing site health & safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments aligned to facilities and projects.
* Conducting regular site inspections and investigations of incidents or near misses.
* Maintaining and monitoring COSHH assessments to ensure safe handling, storage, and use of hazardous substances.
* Managing and coordinating practical safety activities such as mask fit testing, fire alarm & emergency lighting tests, and legionella monitoring.
* Assisting with permit to work systems, contractor safety controls, and associated documentation.
* Producing and maintaining clear and accurate health & safety reports, statistics, and performance indicators.
* Delivering health & safety inductions and training sessions for employees and contractors.
* Carrying out safety equipment checks to ensure operational readiness.
* Supporting emergency response planning and site preparedness activities.
Requirements
* NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
* Proven experience in a health & safety role, preferably within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or regulated environments.
* Strong knowledge and practical experience with COSHH and UK health & safety legislation.
* Ability to produce clear, actionable safety reports and communicate these effectively.
* Full UK driving licence to travel between sites (3 mile distance).
* Experience or understanding of GMP requirements and controlled drug safety would also be of benefit.
Other information
What we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Excellent holiday allowance
* Private medical insurance
* On-site parking
* Life insurance
If this sounds like an ideal role for you, don’t delay in getting your application in! This vacancy may be closed early due to a high level of interest.
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