Health & Safety Advisor

recycling management limited • Permanent • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • 1h ago

You will be Based in Birmingham at EYAS Global premises, but providing support and services to group companies.We are seeking an experienced, proactive and highly motivated Health & Safety Advisor to join our growing team. Reporting directly to the Health & Safety Director and company management, you will play a key role in supporting and continually improving Health & Safety standards across multiple businesses, ensuring compliance with current legislation while promoting a positive and proactive safety culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety professional who is confident working independently, managing multiple priorities and building strong working relationships with directors, managers and operational teams across a variety of business environments.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide competent Health & Safety advice and support across multi sites, helping to ensure legal compliance, minimise risk and continually improve Health & Safety performance.

The role will involve regular travel between operational sites, primarily across Birmingham and Dudley.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide professional Health & Safety advice and support across a portfolio of Group and non-Group companies.

- Support the implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of Health & Safety Management Systems.

- Conduct regular workplace inspections, audits and compliance reviews across multiple operational sites.

- Carry out suitable and sufficient risk assessments, COSHH assessments and develop safe Systems of Work.

- Ensure compliance with all relevant UK Health & Safety legislation, environmental requirements and industry best practice.

- Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventative actions.

- Produce detailed investigation reports, recommendations and management reports.

- Deliver Health & Safety inductions, toolbox talks and training to employees, contractors and visitors.

- Promote a positive Health & Safety culture by coaching and supporting managers and employees at all levels.

- Monitor Health & Safety performance, analyse trends and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.

- Assist with the development, review and implementation of Health & Safety policies and procedures.

- Maintain accurate Health & Safety documentation and records on paper; then transfer to our computer-based systems.

- Support internal and external audits, inspections and compliance reviews.

- Keep up to date with changes in Health & Safety legislation and provide guidance to the businesses where required.

About You

We are looking for a highly organised and experienced Health & Safety professional who is passionate about improving workplace safety and has the confidence to influence positive behavioural change across a range of operational environments.

Essential Requirements

Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within recycling, waste management, logistics, manufacturing, construction or other heavy industrial environments.
NEBOSH National General Certificate (or equivalent) as a minimum.
Excellent working knowledge of current UK Health & Safety legislation and its practical application.
Experience carrying out workplace inspections, audits, investigations and risk assessments.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong report writing and IT administrative skills.
Ability to work independently and with others; prioritise workloads and manage multiple sites effectively.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.
Desirable
NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent higher-level qualification.
Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH, GradIOSH or CMIOSH).
Experience supporting multiple business operations.
What We Offer
Competitive salary dependent upon level of qualifications and experience.
Ongoing professional development and support towards further qualifications.
Free on-site parking.
A varied and rewarding role supporting multiple businesses.
The opportunity to work closely with senior management and influence Health & Safety strategy across the organisation.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for your next challenge and have the qualifications, knowledge and drive to make a real impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note: Due to the nature of this position, applications will only be considered from candidates who can demonstrate the relevant qualifications and significant practical Health & Safety experience.