Health & Safety Assistant

Job Description:               Health & Safety Assistant

Location:                            Corby

Hours:                                 Monday to Friday 0830-1700

Pay:                                     £24,785 per annum

I am looking for a candidate who can join a client of mine in Cory as a Junior Health and Safety Assistant

This role supports the implementation and maintenance of the company's health, safety, and environmental management systems. The role assists in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, company policies, and industry best practices while promoting a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.

Whilst this will be a junior role to start with, there is potential for this role to grow as the business expands therefore, full commitment from the client to provide funded training will be offered from the beginning.

The main responsibilities of the role will be:

• Assist in monitoring compliance with health and safety legislation, company procedures, and site standards.
• Support the implementation of health and safety policies, procedures, and safe working practices.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and areas for improvement.
• Assist with risk assessments and ensure control measures are implemented and maintained.
• Support the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts.
• Collect and document incident information accurately and promptly.
• Assist in identifying root causes and recommending corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain records of incidents and follow-up actions.
• Support the delivery of health and safety inductions for new employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Assist in coordinating health and safety training programmes.
• Promote safety awareness through toolbox talks, safety campaigns, and employee engagement activities.
• Encourage employees to actively participate in maintaining a safe workplace.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records, reports, and documentation.
• Assist with updating policies, procedures, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
• Ensure statutory inspections, certifications, and training records are current and accessible.
• Prepare reports and safety performance data as required.
• Support the maintenance of emergency response procedures and evacuation plans.
• Assist with organising emergency drills and exercises.
• Monitor and maintain emergency equipment, signage, and first aid provisions.
• Participate in safety committees and meetings.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving workplace safety performance.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions arising from audits, inspections, and investigations.
• Promote a proactive health and safety culture across all departments.

The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate, IOSH qualification, or currently working towards a recognised health and safety apprenticeship but my client will fund this should you not have this qualification

You should also possess the following:

• An understanding of health and safety principles and legislation.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, industrial, warehousing, or production environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
• First Aid qualification.
• Good performer in terms of timekeeping, communication and willingness to learn
• Be proactive.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• IT literate—confident in different packages with proficiency in Microsoft packages.
• Strong administrative skills with great attention to detail.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections and risk assessments.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to promoting a positive safety culture.
• Ability to conduct regular site inspections in manufacturing and operational areas.
• Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.

Please submit your CV for consideration

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