Health and Safety Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a market-leading team in West Yorkshire as a Health and Safety Officer. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with health, safety, sustainability, and environmental legislation across three sites. With excellent prospects for career progression and professional development, the Health and Safety Officer will benefit from a competitive salary of £35,000 plus additional benefits!

Working closely with the HSE Manager, the Health and Safety Officer will be responsible for overseeing, implementing, and auditing health, safety, sustainability, and environmental policies. This role requires maintaining alignment with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and supporting Quality ISO 9001 standards.

Roles & Responsibilities of Health and Safety Officer:

• Act as a key representative for all aspects related to health, safety, sustainability, and environmental management.
• Review, update, and maintain policies, procedures, and controlled documents required by the health, safety, sustainability, and environmental system, including risk assessments and procedural guidelines.
• Assist in reporting, investigating, and analysing incidents involving injury, damage, or loss, ensuring corrective actions are taken and documented appropriately.
• The Health and Safety Officer will collect and analyse data for sustainability reporting, including carbon footprint assessments and corporate social responsibility directives.
• Participate as an internal auditor, ensuring timely completion of assigned audits, maintaining records, and addressing findings effectively.
• Support the retention of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, while assisting with Quality ISO 9001 compliance, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation.

Experience & Qualifications Required from Health and Safety Officer:

• Prior experience in a Health and Safety, Environmental, or Sustainability role, or completed university studies in a relevant course.
• A Health and Safety qualification (such as the NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent). Additional qualifications in Environment or Sustainability are desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safe work systems and familiarity with 14001/45001 frameworks.

If you possess the skills and experience necessary to thrive as a Health and Safety Officer, apply below to be considered for this opportunity!