Job Description
HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER – NEWPORT, SOUTH WALES
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Health & Safety Officer to join our well-established client based in Newport, South Wales. This is a fantastic opportunity offering a competitive salary, career progression opportunities and the chance to play a key role in maintaining and developing Health & Safety standards across a growing business. This role would suit candidates with experience as a Health & Safety Officer, Health & Safety Advisor, HSE Officer, HSE Advisor or SHEQ Officer
Shifts
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Working hours between 08:00 and 19:00
Salary
• Up to £38,000 per annum
Benefits
• £250 employee referral reward scheme
• Employee discounts for friends and family
• Personal learning and development opportunities
• Internal career progression opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
Day-to-Day Duties
• Developing, implementing and reviewing Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe working practices
• Conducting regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments across multiple locations
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company standards
• Investigating accidents, incidents, near misses and non-conformances, producing detailed reports and recommendations
• Delivering Health & Safety training, toolbox talks and awareness programmes to employees and management teams
• Supporting managers and supervisors with Health & Safety advice and guidance
• Managing COSHH assessments and ensuring appropriate control measures are implemented
• Monitoring and reviewing Fire Risk Assessments and ensuring corrective actions are completed
• Maintaining accurate Health & Safety records, documentation and compliance reports
• Driving a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the business
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing preventative measures to minimise risk
Essential Skills
• Previous Health & Safety experience within a retail or office environment is essential
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification
• NEBOSH National Fire Certificate in Fire Safety and Fire Safety Management
• COSHH training and practical experience
• Experience conducting and monitoring Fire Risk Assessments
• Strong understanding of current Health & Safety legislation and regulatory requirements
• Experience delivering Health & Safety training and supporting managers across the business
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong investigation, reporting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
Desirable Experience
• Previous experience within a multi-site environment
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• IOSH membership or working towards a professional Health & Safety qualification
Training Provided
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment
Apply
If you are an experienced Health & Safety professional looking to join a growing and successful business, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
By applying for this role, your details will be submitted to our client for consideration. As part of the application process, we may contact you regarding this position and other suitable opportunities.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.