Health and safety officer

Health & Safety Officer is required for a permanent job in Chesterfield £31,000 - £36,000 Hays are exclusively supporting a well-established organisation based in the Chesterfield area to recruit a Health & Safety Officer to join their close-knit team.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated H&S professional to take ownership of day-to-day site safety while developing their career, with clear progression into leadership responsibilities over time. The RoleWorking closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and continuously improving working environment. While strategic direction sits at a senior level, you will be instrumental in embedding health and safety best practice across operational activity. You will be responsible for: Supporting the implementation and maintenance of health, safety, and environmental standards across the site Monitoring compliance and ensuring policies and procedures are consistently followed Carrying out risk assessments and advising on corrective actions Working collaboratively with site leadership and operational teams to deliver safety plans Tracking and reporting on performance metrics, highlighting areas for improvement Supporting and, at times, leading internal H&S meetings and discussions Assisting with the ongoing development of management systems aligned to recognised standards (e.g. ISO frameworks) Providing practical guidance and coaching to colleagues at all levels About You We are looking for a proactive and confident individual who can build strong relationships and influence positive safety behaviours across the business. You will have: NEBOSH National General Certificate (essential) IOSH qualification (highly desirable) Previous experience in a manufacturing or operational environment Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and best practice Experience carrying out risk assessments and supporting audits Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Outstanding communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team What’s on Offer Opportunity to join a supportive, small team with real visibility across the business Clear scope to develop into a leadership role Stable, on-site position with a well-established employer Location: Chesterfield (on-site, 35 hours per week) Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 Permanent, Full-Time 4798181