Our clients business offers a wide range of engineering services providing practical and effective solutions meeting the needs of its customers. Their team of engineers work on UK, European & International engineering projects and their core business model is not restricted to but continues to support the manufacturing industry through the installation, maintenance, decommissioning and movement of mechanical services and specialist machinery. We are looking for a self-motivated health & safety professional who can work independently and as part of a wider team. The minimum requirement that the successful candidate will hold, is NEBOSH certification, combined with 5 years continuous working experience in a health and safety role. A background, or experience in, any of the following areas may be useful: Construction Engineering Manufacturing You will need to show evidence of the following: Excellent written and spoken communication skills in order to explain health and safety processes to a range of people and to give presentations to groups. Negotiating skills to convince managers of the need to implement and maintain safety standards that may compromise speed or efficiency in the organisation. Patience and diplomacy because the profession requires a collaborative approach. The ability to understand and analyse complex information and present it simply and accurately. An investigative mind IT skills Attention to detail A flexible approach to work An interest in the law and the ability to understand regulations. Physical fitness, if your work will involve time on large-scale plants or on outdoor sites. The role is full time and predominantly based in the UK and will involve travel between our UK sites. A full driving licence is essential and access to a job need company vehicle will be made available. From time to time, we operate engineering projects in Europe and further afield internationally and as part of the role, you will be required to join the engineering team on these projects, providing the business with the health & safety support it needs. Core responsibilities Promoting a culture of safety first. Day to day management of Health & Safety Assistant. Outline safe operational procedures which identify and consider all relevant hazards. Completing, reviewing, distributing, and uploading risk assessment and method statements, working closely with the engineering team. Carry out regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented. Produce management reports, internal communications/bulletins. Advise on a range of specialist areas, e.g. fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery and occupational diseases. Ensure equipment is installed safely Maintaining and developing the health and safety management system including policies, procedures, metrics, and records. Setting up and co-ordinating a new internal health & safety committee. Desirable but not essential To have experience with ISO45001 To have CPCS A61: Appointed Person - Lifting Operations The successful candidate will ensure health & safety is at the forefront of all our operations. Our clients business is growing, and they have big goals for the future, so we're looking for someone who's ready to meet the challenges of the role and enable our client to enjoy sustainable success. Benefits: Use of a Company car Company pension On-site parking Licence/Certification: NEBOSH Certification (required) Full UK Driving Licence