Health and Safety Advisor
| Posting date: | 16 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000.0 to £50,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £50,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 July 2025 |
| Location: | Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL13 9JR |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4708313_1752683723 |
Summary
Your new company
A dynamic leader in the UK Agrifood sector, this organisation provides innovative resourcing and compliance services across Food Safety, Veterinary Public Health, Carcase Classification, Export & Import Controls, and more. Trusted by national bodies such as Defra, APHA, and the FSA, the team champions a culture of respect, teamwork, and continuous learning. Employees are empowered to share ideas and thrive in a supportive environment where professional development is prioritised.
Your new role
As a Health and Safety Advisor, you'll play a vital part in ensuring workplace safety and well-being. You'll:
- Conduct risk assessments and develop safe operational procedures
- Lead site inspections and evaluate safety performance
- Design internal strategies and reports to enhance policies
- Deliver training sessions and promote safety awareness across teams
- Maintain compliance with HSE regulations and monitor legislative updates
- Advise on safety issues including fire risks, noise, and occupational disease
- Ensure safe equipment installation and hazardous material disposal
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
- Preferably experience in the food sector
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
- Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities
- Recognised qualifications (IOSH, NEBOSH, City & Guilds)
- Degree in Occupational Health, Risk Management or related field (preferred)
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
What you'll get in return
- A supportive, collaborative work culture built around mutual respect
- Access to professional training and IOSH-accredited webinars
- Opportunities to engage with industry journals and thought leadership
- Recognition of your contributions and the chance to make a meaningful impact
- Growth in a respected organisation influencing government and national food producers
What you need to do now
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