Job Description
Albert Bartlett is the No.1 Fresh and Chilled potato brand in the UK. We are renowned for quality and expertise across all our categories and have a passion for UK produce1. We aim to be an innovative and improving company that exceeds our customers’ expectations while operating in an environmentally responsible and sustainable way.
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Health and Safety, (H&S) Advisor to join our Health, and Safety (H&S) team at our Airdrie site. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who is passionate about promoting a safe, healthy, and sustainable workplace. The H&S Advisor will assist the Group H&S Manager on all matters related to occupational health and safety, general safety practices, and employee wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support Group H&S Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining health and safety, policies and procedures.
* Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and inspections across the Airdrie site, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal standards.
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, providing detailed reports and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
* Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for health, safety, and environmental performance.
* Assist in the delivery of H&S training programs and toolbox talks to employees, promoting safety awareness and best practices.
* Collaborate with all departments to ensure that health, safety, and wellbeing standards are fully integrated into daily operations.
* Participate in emergency response planning and ensure preparedness through regular drills and reviews.
* Keep up to date with changes in relevant legislation and regulations, advising the Group H&S Manager of necessary updates to company policies and procedures.
* Participate and Assist with various H&S Projects across the Airdrie Site.
* Provide guidance on wellbeing initiatives to support the health and mental wellbeing of employees.
About The Role
Qualifications and Experience:
* A recognized qualification in Health and Safety Management (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, NCRQ, or equivalent) is essential and Environmental Qualification (e.g. IEMA) is desirable.
* Proven experience in a similar H&S or HSE advisory role, preferably within manufacturing, engineering, or a similar industrial setting.
* Strong knowledge of UK health and safety, legislation and best practices.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with employees at all levels.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with safety management software is a plus.
Personal Attributes:
* Passionate about promoting a culture of health, safety, wellbeing and environmental sustainability.
* Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
* Proactive, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
* A team player who collaborates effectively across departments.
Skills Needed
About The Company
Now a fourth-generation family business, we're proud of our history and the legacy that Albert Bartlett left us. Our story began in 1948, when Albert started selling good-quality produce by setting up a beetroot-boiling operation in Coatbridge, Scotland. Today, we're one of the leading food businesses in the UK, delighting families with tasty Fresh, Chilled and Frozen products. Proudly still a family-owned and operated business, and we remain committed to Albert's spirit of innovation and passion for quality. We're also committed to sourcing potatoes for our long-standing network of growers across the UK, spanning from the Black Isle to Jersey. We have a wide and experienced team and are excited to continue growing and creating great tasting products for our customers and exciting futures for our people.
Company Culture
Over 75 years since Albert started the business, we remain proudly independent with the fourth generation of the Bartlett family leading us to success.
Our headquarters are in Airdrie, only four miles or so from our founder’s original business. Albert Bartlett is the No.1 Fresh and Chilled potato brand in the UK and a growing range in Frozen category. We are renowned for quality and expertise across all our categories and have a passion for UK produce. We aim to be an innovative and improving company that exceeds our customers' expectations while operating in an environmentally responsible and sustainable way. Today, we proudly supply potatoes from our network of farmers and growers across England, Norther Ireland, Scotland and Jersey.
Desired Criteria
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with safety management software
Required Criteria
* Recognized qualification in Health and Safety Management (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, NCRQ, or equivalent)
* Proven experience in a similar H&S or HSE advisory role, preferably within a manufacturing environment
Closing DateFriday 18th April, 2025