Health & Safety Officer

Posted 13 February 2025
Salary £40000 - £45000 per annum
LocationDungannon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Environmental, Health & Safety
ReferenceSG10502_1739449768
Contact NameSam Geddis

Job description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a manufacturing firm on the appointment of a Health and Safety Officer.

As the Health and Safety Officer, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring Health & Safety policies to ensure compliance with legislation and company standards.

In your new role:

  • Conduct risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations, including manual handling, COSHH, and fire prevention
  • Ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations, reducing risks and preventing accidents
  • Investigate incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
  • Act as the key point of contact for external bodies on Health & Safety matters
  • Participate in monthly meetings, presenting relevant Health & Safety data
  • Identify training needs in collaboration with department managers
  • Develop and implement effective training programmes aligned with company goals
  • Deliver induction and job-specific training for new employees, as well as ongoing training for existing colleagues
  • Maintain records, reports, and documentation related to Health & Safety and training
  • Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement

What you will need to succeed:

  • 3+ years' experience within a similar Health & Safety role
  • Relevant Health and Safety qualifications
  • Experience within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with ISO standards and auditing
  • Experience in coordinating and delivering training
  • Good communication skills
  • IT and numeracy skills (MS Office)

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):

  • IOSH Membership
  • NEBOSH Diploma

This opportunity may be of particular interest to those living in the Dungannon, Cookstown, Omagh, Magherafelt, Coleraine, Portadown or Armagh areas.

For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.