Health & Safety Assistant

We are recruiting for a Health & Safety Assistant to join a growing business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being out on site, building strong working relationships and promoting a positive health and safety culture.

Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you'll support multiple sites by carrying out inspections, assisting with investigations and helping ensure health and safety standards are maintained across the business. This is a varied, hands-on role offering excellent opportunities for career development within an established and expanding organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out regular site inspections and identify areas for improvement.
Work closely with managers to agree and follow up on corrective actions.
Support the delivery of a positive health and safety culture across multiple sites.
Assist with site inductions and toolbox talks where required.
Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending improvements.
Support the review and update of risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Assist with COSHH assessments and health and safety documentation.
Help prepare for internal and external audits.
Monitor and track health and safety actions to ensure completion.
Provide day-to-day health and safety support to operational teams.
Skills & Experience

NEBOSH General Certificate or willingness to work towards achieving it.
Previous experience within a health and safety role is desirable.
Confident carrying out site inspections and incident investigations.
Good understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.Our Ideal Candidate

You'll be a proactive and practical individual with a genuine passion for health and safety. You'll enjoy working closely with people across the business, offering guidance and support while helping to maintain safe working practices. With a hands-on approach and excellent communication skills, you'll be confident working both independently and as part of a wider team.

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary DOE
Permanent, full-time position
Monday to Friday working hours
Opportunity to work across multiple sites
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive team environment
Excellent long-term career prospectsHow to Apply

If you're looking to develop your career in health and safety within a growing organisation where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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