Health and Safety Officer

Health & Safety Officer is required for a permanent job in Chesterfield £31,000 - £36,000

Hays are exclusively supporting a well-established organisation based in the Chesterfield area to recruit a Health & Safety Officer to join their close-knit team.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated H&S professional to take ownership of day-to-day site safety while developing their career, with clear progression into leadership responsibilities over time.
The RoleWorking closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and continuously improving working environment. While strategic direction sits at a senior level, you will be instrumental in embedding health and safety best practice across operational activity.
You will be responsible for:

• Supporting the implementation and maintenance of health, safety, and environmental standards across the site
• Monitoring compliance and ensuring policies and procedures are consistently followed
• Carrying out risk assessments and advising on corrective actions
• Working collaboratively with site leadership and operational teams to deliver safety plans
• Tracking and reporting on performance metrics, highlighting areas for improvement
• Supporting and, at times, leading internal H&S meetings and discussions
• Assisting with the ongoing development of management systems aligned to recognised standards (e.g. ISO frameworks)
• Providing practical guidance and coaching to colleagues at all levels

About You
We are looking for a proactive and confident individual who can build strong relationships and influence positive safety behaviours across the business.
You will have:

• NEBOSH National General Certificate (essential)
• IOSH qualification (highly desirable)
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or operational environment
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and best practice
• Experience carrying out risk assessments and supporting audits
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Outstanding communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a supportive, small team with real visibility across the business
• Clear scope to develop into a leadership role
• Stable, on-site position with a well-established employer
• Location: Chesterfield (on-site, 35 hours per week) Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 Permanent, Full-Time