Job Description
Health, Safety & Environmental leadership in an advanced manufacturing and engineering environmentGloucesterUp to £50,000 pa + Extensive Benefits PackageChampion Safety, Drive Culture, Make a Difference!Are you a hands-on, proactive HSE professional looking for your next big challenge? Ready to play a pivotal role in shaping safety culture in a complex, high-risk manufacturing environment?We're on the lookout for an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join a forward-thinking engineering business that's serious about safety. You'll lead from the front, managing day-to-day tactical HSE activities while helping to shape long-term strategy and drive best practice across the site.The Role:
* Leading onsite health & safety management with a clear focus on legal compliance and continuous improvement
* Driving implementation and maintenance of ISO 45001 H&S systems
* Delivering hands-on risk assessments, audits, inspections and behavioural safety initiatives
* Investigating incidents and driving real root-cause analysis and corrective actions
* Empowering teams through engaging toolbox talks, training sessions, and committee leadership
* Promoting a culture of ownership and proactive safety engagement across all levels
The Person:
* Strong HSE experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering setting
* NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum (Diploma desirable)
* In-depth knowledge of UK H&S law and ISO 45001 requirements
* A confident communicator, influencer and collaborator with a sharp eye for risk and compliance
* Passion for people, continuous improvement, and embedding positive behavioural change
Bonus Points If You:
* Understand lean manufacturing principles
* Have experience leading site-based HSE systems and working cross-functionally
* Are ready to be a visible, trusted presence on the shop floor and beyond
* Have any exposure to the ISO 50001 Energy Management System
This is your chance to make a lasting impact on a business that values health, safety, and wellbeing-not just on paper, but in practice. You'll be given autonomy, support, and the opportunity to help shape a best-in-class safety culture.How to applyTo apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting job reference 9977.Desired Skills and Experience: HSE, Health & Safety, ISO 45001, Change, Culture, Engineering, Manufacturing, NEBOSH, IOSH