Health & Safety Officer
CV-LibraryWhitehaven, CumbriapermanentPosted: 7 July 2026
Apply NowWe're recruiting a Health & Safety Officer on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Cumbria. This is a hands-on, site-based role with real scope to make an impact — joining a team that takes its safety culture seriously and wants someone to help drive it forward.
If you're NEBOSH-qualified, confident working in a manufacturing environment, and ready to take ownership of a broad H&S remit, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
* Developing, implementing, and reviewing health and safety policies and procedures across the site
* Conducting risk assessments and method statements for operational activities
* Carrying out regular site inspections and audits, identifying hazards and driving corrective actions
* Investigating incidents, near misses, and accidents — and producing clear reports with recommendations
* Delivering health and safety inductions and training for new starters and existing employees
* Maintaining accurate H&S records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
* Liaising with external bodies including the HSE where required
* Supporting management in embedding a positive safety culture across all departments
What We're Looking For
* NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum (NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent advantageous)
* Proven experience in a health and safety role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
* Strong working knowledge of current UK health and safety legislation
* Confident communicator, able to engage effectively at all levels — from the shop floor to senior management
* Organised and thorough, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* IOSH membership desirable but not essential
Apply now to join a growing manufacturing business!
Everlinked is operating as an equal opportunity employment agency
If you're NEBOSH-qualified, confident working in a manufacturing environment, and ready to take ownership of a broad H&S remit, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
* Developing, implementing, and reviewing health and safety policies and procedures across the site
* Conducting risk assessments and method statements for operational activities
* Carrying out regular site inspections and audits, identifying hazards and driving corrective actions
* Investigating incidents, near misses, and accidents — and producing clear reports with recommendations
* Delivering health and safety inductions and training for new starters and existing employees
* Maintaining accurate H&S records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
* Liaising with external bodies including the HSE where required
* Supporting management in embedding a positive safety culture across all departments
What We're Looking For
* NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum (NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent advantageous)
* Proven experience in a health and safety role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
* Strong working knowledge of current UK health and safety legislation
* Confident communicator, able to engage effectively at all levels — from the shop floor to senior management
* Organised and thorough, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* IOSH membership desirable but not essential
Apply now to join a growing manufacturing business!
Everlinked is operating as an equal opportunity employment agency