A great opportunity now exists to join our growing team at our R&D facility, right outside the iconic F1 circuit here in Silverstone. If you have a passion for Health & Safety within an automotive engineering, manufacturing and R&D centre of excellence, and you have the required skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil the role of Health & Safety Officer, then please apply today.
Purpose of the Job
The Health & Safety Officer will provide operational leadership, on a part-time basis for health, safety and environmental compliance across our engineering, testing, prototype build and office environments. This is a hands‑on, role suited to an experienced professional who can work autonomously in an SME setting, balancing legal compliance, risk management and safety culture development in a fast‑paced, high‑technology R&D and manufacturing environment.
Key responsibilities
Governance, Compliance & Leadership
* Operate as the company’s competent person for Health & Safety under UK legislation, ensuring compliance with all statutory obligations and industry best practice
* Develop, maintain and continuously improve the company’s Health & Safety Management System
* Provide professional advice to the Head of HR, senior leadership and engineering managers on health, safety and regulatory matters
* Monitor and interpret changes in legislation and ensure timely implementation across the business
* Lead and conduct risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) for engineering, test, workshop, high‑voltage and prototype build activities
Safety Management for:
* High‑voltage systems
* Mechanical and electrical testing environments
* Manual handling and workshop operations
* Contractor and visitor safety
* Ensure suitable controls are implemented, monitored and reviewed
* Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and effective corrective and preventative actions
* Maintain statutory records and reporting, including RIDDOR where applicable
* Prepare safety performance reports, trend analysis and compliance dashboards for senior management
* Training & Safety Culture
Develop and deliver targeted H&S training and briefings including:
* Induction training
* Workshop and test safety
* Fire safety and emergency response
* Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, communication and continuous improvement initiatives
* Conduct planned and ad‑hoc safety inspections and internal audits
* Support external audits, customer assessments and regulatory inspections
* Contribute to the development of systems aligned to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 (where applicable)
* Support wellbeing initiatives including ergonomic assessments, occupational health coordination and mental wellbeing programmes
* Lead and support the development of the company’s Environmental Management System (EMS) in line with ISO 14001
Identify and manage environmental risks and impacts, including:
* Waste management and recycling
* Energy use and sustainability initiatives
* Hazardous materials handling and disposal
* Environmental compliance obligations
* Support environmental audits, customer assessments and continuous improvement plans
Competencies, Skills and Experience
Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including:
* Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
* Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations
* COSHH
* PUWER
* LOLER
* RIDDOR
* Proven experience in a technical, engineering, manufacturing or R&D environment
* Ability to operate autonomously in an SME, managing priorities with minimal supervision
* Experience conducting accident investigations and formal risk assessments
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence engineers, managers and senior leadership
* Strong report writing, documentation and organisational skills
* Attention to detail, identifying potential hazards and ensuring that all safety measures are implemented correctly and consistently
* Experience in automotive, EV, high‑voltage, defence or regulated industrial environments
* Familiarity with ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 frameworks
* Experience supporting customer, regulatory or defence‑sector audits
* Qualifications
* NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma (preferred)
* Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH) desirable
Working Pattern
This role is offered on a part‑time basis (22.5 hours per week / 3 days). Flexibility in working days can be agreed, subject to business needs, periods of operational audits, and risk activities etc.
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