Health & Safety Advisor
Integrated Service Solutions Ltd (ISS)
ISS is a leading service provider in the UK Fresh Produce sector. Since 2014, we have grown to operate four sites across Kent, employing over 1,300 colleagues. We are now looking for an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join our team, supporting our new site in Bridge, Canterbury, while also working across our wider Kent operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Health & Safety professional who is passionate about developing a positive safety culture, influencing operational teams, and driving continuous improvement across a growing business.
About the Role
Location: Multi-site (based at Bridge, Canterbury)
As a Health & Safety Advisor, you will provide practical, professional health and safety support to managers and teams across the business. Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you will lead risk assessment activities, support audits and investigations, drive safety initiatives and ensure compliance with UK legislation and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert health & safety advice and guidance to managers and operational teams.
- Lead and review risk assessments, ensuring effective control measures are implemented and maintained.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the company Safety Management System.
- Conduct regular site inspections, safety walks and workplace audits.
- Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance requirements are met.
- Investigate incidents, near misses and accidents, identifying root causes and monitoring corrective actions.
- Deliver health & safety training, toolbox talks and awareness initiatives.
- Manage contractor safety processes, including reviewing RAMS and permit systems.
- Maintain statutory compliance records and ensure inspections, examinations and testing are completed on schedule.
- Analyse health & safety data and provide reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Work closely with site teams and Health & Safety Coordinators to promote a positive safety culture.
- Lead by example by demonstrating our company values in your day-to-day work.
This list is not exhaustive, and the job holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the position as required.
What You'll Bring
- NEBOSH General Certificate (essential).
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a Health & Safety role.
- Experience within food production, manufacturing or FMCG environments would be advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and best practice.
- Experience conducting risk assessments and incident investigations.
- Ability to influence, coach and engage colleagues at all levels.
- Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- Willingness to travel between ISS sites and work flexibly when required.
What We Offer
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays, pro rata)
- Annual pay reviews
- Enhanced pension contributions and company sick pay
- Enhanced family leave
- Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 GP and EAP
- Employee discounts
- Recognition schemes and long service awards
- Social events, including summer and Christmas parties
- Free tea and coffee on site
- Opportunities for career development and progression
Company Values
We do the right thing | We believe in progress | We are all accountable | We make a difference | We are one team
Please be aware we do not provide sponsorship.
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
