Health And Safety Advisor
Posted 6 hours 36 minutes ago by Stem Recruitment
Permanent
Not Specified
Temporary Jobs
Midlothian, Dalkeith, United Kingdom, EH221
Job Description
Health & Safety Officer We are seeking a proactive and self-motivated individual to take ownership of health and safety across our client's manufacturing site. The role focuses on maintaining a safe working environment, reducing risks, and ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the company's health and safety management system. Carry out risk assessments and ensure effective controls are in place. Investigate accidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions. Deliver health and safety training, information, and guidance to staff. Organise safety committee meetings and fire evacuation drills. Oversee first aid provision, health surveillance, and PPE management. Monitor and maintain site hygiene and housekeeping standards. Liaise with external bodies including HSE, insurers, and auditors. Qualifications & Experience IOSH or NEBOSH General Certificate (desirable). Experience coordinating health and safety activities in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of hygiene, food safety, or quality systems is beneficial but not essential. Skills & Attributes Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability. Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Flexible, reliable, and team-oriented with a positive approach. STEM Recruitment Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Agency and a Recruitment Business. We endeavour to reply to all applications when possible however on occasions this may not be possible due to volumes of responses. STEM Recruitment is a Scientific, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment business supplying talented staff to permanent and temporary opportunities