Health and Safety Officer - Permanent – St Helens- GPW Ref: E(phone number removed) We are recruiting for an experienced Health and Safety Officer for a bespoke manufacturing company. Our client will also consider a dual role of Health and Safety Officer and HR, 50/50 split duties to support both business functions and provide diversity within the role. The Package for the Health and Safety Officer role: - Competitive salary - Comprehensive benefits package including generous holiday entitlement, excellent pension scheme, health care plan, death in service, free car parking and EV car charging. - Opportunity for professional development - Challenging role in a dynamic manufacturing environment Key Responsibilities for the Health and Safety Officer role: - Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation - Implement and communicate health and safety information - Develop and maintain safety training programs - Conduct health and safety inspections and risk assessments - Oversee fire safety and first aid provisions - Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents - Manage contractor and visitor safety inductions - Maintain ISO 45001 standards - Update safety documentation and training materials The Candidate for the Health and Safety Officer role: Essential Requirements for the Health and Safety Officer role: - Minimum 3 years health and safety experience in manufacturing - NEBOSH General Certificate - ISO 45001 knowledge - Dedicated and conscientious approach - Systematic and organised working style - Strong communication skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team Desirable Skills: - Additional health and safety certifications - Experience with COSHH documentation - Fire safety training - Risk assessment expertise The Company: A progressive manufacturing organisation committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety, with a focus on continuous improvement and employee welfare. The company works continuously to build a truly diverse and inclusive culture. They welcome and encourage candidates from all aspects of diversity to apply for this role. Interested candidates should send their CV highlighting relevant experience. If you would like to apply for this role, please upload your most recent and up to date CV by clicking apply on the link below or calling Due to the demand for this type of role, we may not be able to speak to all candidates so please accept our apologies if this is the case. You will be contacted within two working days if your application has proceeded to the next stage