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Health and Safety Officer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Health and Safety Officer
Location: Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Job Type: Part-Time (3 Days Per Week)
Reports To: Operations Manager
A successful EPCM business based in the Dewsbury area are looking for an experience Health and Safety Officer to take on a part-time role, working three days per week based onsite. The role will be based in Bradford one day per week, with the other two days based at their Head Offices in Dewsbury. The company are involved in large-scale projects within design, fabrication and installation across industries such as Water Treatment, Manufacturing, Chemical and Engineering.
Salary and Benefits
Annual Salary between £50,000 - £60,000 (Pro Rata)
3 Day Working Week
Healthcare Cashback Plan
Company Pension Scheme
20 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Company Phone & Laptop
Use of Company Poole CarsThe role of Health and Safety Officer
The business are looking for a highly competent and experienced Health and Safety Officer to support their engineering and manufacturing operations across their sites. This is a hands-on role that requires an in-depth understanding of industry-specific risks and legal responsibilities, including compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM 2015).
The successful candidate will lead initiatives to ensure best practice, deliver on-site support, deliver tool-box talks, and foster a culture of safety throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities of the Health and Safety Officer:
Toolbox Talks:
Deliver regular and engaging toolbox talks across engineering and manufacturing teams, tailored to site-specific hazards and safety updates.
CDM Regulations Compliance:
Ensure adherence to CDM Regulations 2015, particularly where engineering projects involve construction, refurbishment, or design elements. Advise duty holders on their roles and responsibilities under CDM.
Advising Managers:
Provide expert advice to site and operations managers on best practices in health and safety, legal compliance, and risk management.
Workshop and Site Walks:
Conduct routine health and safety inspections and audits across manufacturing and engineering areas to identify hazards and ensure safe practices are consistently followed.
PPE Oversight:
Monitor and manage the provision and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), ensuring staff are properly equipped and trained in its correct use.
Policy & Documentation Updates:
Review and update health and safety policies, risk assessments, method statements, and procedures to ensure compliance with current legislation.
Legislation Monitoring:
Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant health and safety legislation and industry standards; ensure prompt integration into business practices.
Key Skills Needed for the Health and Safety Officer Role
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
IOSH Qualification
Strong background in health and safety within the engineering and manufacturing sector - essential
Detailed working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015
Proven track record of successfully implementing HSE strategies on operational sites
Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Proficient in preparing and managing health and safety documentation
IT literate, with experience using H&S management systems and toolsDesirable Criteria:
NEBOSH General Certificate (or higher)
First Aid at Work or Fire Marshal training
Experience delivering HSE training or inductions
Experience of working in a High-Hazard or Chemical Manufacturing environment
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