The role:

  • Carry out regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented

  • Be aware of which contractors are on site on any day including weekends and inspect for compliance including correct PPE, Safety documents.

  • Raise concerns immediately with the Health and Safety Manager and Departmental Manager

  • Keep records of inspection findings and produce reports compiling suggested improvements

  • Deliver induction training to new starters and contractors and deliver additional training to existing colleagues

  • Assist Managers in carrying out risk assessments and advise on how risks could be reduced

  • Check for current safety data sheets and associated COSHH assessment for hazardous substances on site

  • Outline safe operational procedures which identify and take into account all relevant hazards

  • Ensure working practices are safe and comply with legislation

  • Assist in the preparation of health and safety strategies

  • Deliver in-house training with managers and employees on relevant topics

  • Assist in the investigation of incidents and accidents ensuring that incidents and accidents are reported

  • Keep up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety Executive (HSE) legislation and any developments that affect the employer’s industry

  • Produce and deliver tool box talks

  • Assist in ensuring equipment is installed safely

  • Manage and organise the safe disposal of hazardous substances, e.g. asbestos

  • Provide advice on a range of specialist areas, e.g. fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery and occupational diseases

  • Assist with development and delivery of health and safety communications

  • Any other reasonable duties as requested within skill set

    • You:

    Knowledge/Skills

  • Experience working in Health and Safety

  • Experience of working in a manufacturing environment desirable

  • Experience of working on a 24/7 shift operation would be an advantage

    • Qualifications/Training

  • NEBOSH General Certificate or working towards achieving this is essential

  • Understanding on COSHH is essential, In-depth knowledge would be an advantage

    • Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.