Job Title: Health and Safety Officer
Location: Manchester
Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Company Overview:
Innotech is currently hiring in partnership with one of the UK's fastest-growing businesses within the power generation and renewables industry. They are seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join their SHEQ team.
With a team of over 200 professionals and a global presence, the company blends innovative technology, in-house manufacturing, and strong customer values—sustainability, flexibility, and integrity—to deliver reliable, tailored power solutions with exceptional after-sales support.
Main Purpose of the Role:
* Ensure compliance with current health and safety legislation and regulations in Great Britain (GB).
* Report serious health and safety incidents and legislative breaches to the Group H&S Officer and Head of SHEQ in a timely manner.
* Investigate incidents and report findings.
* Communicate with clients regarding health and safety matters.
Goals & Objectives:
* Support the maintenance of the Group ISO Integrated Management System and related procedures.
* Assist in developing health and safety strategies and internal policies.
* Conduct risk assessments and recommend risk mitigation measures.
* Develop safe operational procedures considering relevant hazards.
* Perform regular in-house and on-site inspections.
* Support training delivery for managers and employees.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain audit and inspection records; suggest improvements.
* Investigate incidents to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
* Oversee safe equipment installation and hazardous substance management.
* Provide advice on and maintain an up-to-date COSHH register and storage compliance.
* Enforce health and safety procedures and report non-conformities.
* Deliver training and carry out detailed risk assessments for high-risk tasks.
* Coordinate with other departments on project safety compliance.
* Prepare and implement safety documentation.
* Conduct housekeeping inspections and internal audits.
* Ensure portable electrical equipment meets regulatory standards.
* Review SOPs, method statements, and risk assessments.
* Provide induction and cross-training for staff.
* Attend SHEQ meetings and support the Group H&S Officer as needed.
* Perform additional duties as required by management.
Essential Criteria:
Qualifications: NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety or equivalent/higher.
Knowledge & Experience:
* Minimum of 3 years' recent experience in a similar construction-related role.
* Solid understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 in an engineering or civil engineering context within the UK.
* Familiarity with CDM, LOLER, PUWER, Electricity at Work Act, and Gas Safety Regulations.
* Experience developing policies and risk assessments.
* Proven ability to implement, monitor, and audit safety processes.
* Knowledge of ISO standards: 45001, 14001, and 9001.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Skills & Abilities:
* Results-focused and collaborative team player.
* Strong risk assessment and control skills.
* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
* Excellent communication and confidentiality awareness.
* Training delivery capabilities.
* Technically capable of understanding complex engineering scenarios.
* Empathetic and good listener.
Other: Full current driving licence
Desirable Criteria:
* NEBOSH Environmental Management or equivalent/higher.
* Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
* Current Gas Safe registration.
Innotech Partners Limited acts as an Employment Agency and is a subsidiary of Talentia Group.
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