* Kent (On-site)
* Up to £29,000 - £30,000
* Full-time or Part-time | Flexible Hours Available
The Opportunity
Ballantine Recruitment is partnering with a highly reputable and fast-growing manufacturing business in Kent, known for its quality-led approach and continued investment.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone early in their Health & Safety career to join a complex, multi-department site and develop into a key H&S professional. The business operates in a unique environment bridging food and pharmaceutical standards, offering excellent exposure and long-term career development.
Whether you are looking for a full-time role or require flexibility around hours, the business is open to structuring the role to attract the right person.
The Role
Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key role in supporting and improving the site’s Health, Safety & Environmental systems.
This is a hands-on position, with the majority of your time spent on the factory floor engaging with teams, identifying risks and driving a positive safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Health & Safety Manager with day-to-day site activities
* Conduct audits, inspections, and follow up on actions
* Assist with accident and incident investigations
* Maintain compliance logs and ensure actions are completed
* Coordinate training records and identify gaps in the training matrix
* Support COSHH assessments and maintain documentation
* Assist with contractor compliance (RAMS, insurance, documentation)
* Coordinate PPE stock and occupational health activities
* Help maintain and continuously improve H&S systems and procedures
Why This Role?
* Join a business with an excellent reputation and strong growth
* Genuine opportunity to develop into a future H&S leader
* Exposure to a highly regulated and varied manufacturing environment
* Hands-on role with real responsibility and site presence
* Flexible working options – full-time or part-time considered
* Flexibility on working hours to support work-life balance
About You
* 1–2 years’ experience in a Health & Safety or similar support role
* Some exposure to audits, inspections, or risk assessments
* NEBOSH / IOSH (or working towards) desirable
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Confident communicator, comfortable working on the shop floor
* Proactive, hands-on, and eager to learn
The Ideal Candidate
This role would suit someone currently supporting a Health & Safety Manager, or working in a QA/H&S capacity, who is ready to take the next step and grow within a supportive and forward-thinking business.
Interested?
Apply today or get in touch with Ballantine Recruitment for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£29000.00 - £30000.00 per year