About the role:
We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Health & Safety Advisor to support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) standards across the business.
Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation, company policies and industry best practice. Working closely with managers, supervisors and employees, you will help drive a positive safety culture, support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to creating a safe and compliant working environment for all.
This is an excellent opportunity for an HSE professional who is passionate about safety, enjoys building relationships and wants to make a real impact across a busy operational environment.
What does this role involve day to day?
Health, Safety & Environmental Support
- Supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of Health, Safety and Environmental management systems.
- Providing guidance and advice to managers and employees on HSE best practice and compliance requirements.
- Supporting the development and review of risk assessments, safe systems of work and method statements.
Audits, Inspections & Compliance
- Conducting workplace inspections, audits and assessments to identify hazards and monitor compliance.
- Tracking corrective actions and ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Assisting with compliance activities and supporting management reviews.
Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement
- Supporting accident, incident and near-miss investigations to identify root causes and preventative actions.
- Monitoring HSE performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Encouraging positive safety behaviours and helping to strengthen the site's safety culture.
Training & Employee Engagement
- Coordinating HSE inductions, training records and competency requirements.
- Delivering toolbox talks, awareness campaigns and safety briefings.
- Supporting employee engagement initiatives that promote health, safety and environmental awareness.
Reporting & Data Management
- Maintaining HSE records, documentation and reporting systems.
- Producing KPI reports, statistics and trend analysis to support business decision-making.
- Supporting the accurate reporting of HSE performance metrics and objectives
This will be suited to you if…
Experience & Knowledge
- You have experience in a Health, Safety or Environmental role and a good understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation.
- You have experience supporting audits, inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.
- Experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction, utilities or logistics environments would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems is desirable.
Skills & Competencies
- You are highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- You have excellent communication skills and can engage effectively with employees at all levels.
- You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and can identify practical solutions to workplace challenges.
- You are confident using Microsoft Office applications and producing reports from performance data.
Personal Attributes
- You are passionate about promoting safe working practices and environmental responsibility.
- You are proactive, positive and committed to continuous improvement.
- You are comfortable challenging unsafe behaviours in a constructive and professional manner.
- You take ownership of your responsibilities and build positive working relationships across the business.
Qualifications
- You hold a NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent), or are willing to work towards achieving this qualification.
- You have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
What happens next?
Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team’s interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at [email protected]
What’s in it for you?
This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.
We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email [email protected], and a member of the team will be in touch.
Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.
