HSE Officer

HSE OfficerManchesterSalary negotiable + performance bonusMon - Thu (4 days) Certain Advantage is partnering with a well-established engineering business to recruit an experienced HSE Officer. In this role, you will be responsible for creating safe working areas and stopping unsafe practices within a metal manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Deliver hands-on HSE training and guidance to managers and staff as needed. Prepare, check and update risk assessments, safe work methods and operational controls; drive closure of all associated actions. Conduct weekly health and safety audits and ensure timely completion of corrective actions. Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, near misses and environmental events; determine root causes and implement proportionate corrective and preventive measures. Oversee emergency preparedness, including fire safety, spill response, first-aid coordination and evacuation exercises. Encourage workforce engagement and proactive reporting through safety meetings and continuous-improvement initiatives. Keep an up-to-date register of all hazardous substances used or stored on site. Your Background: Experience in ISO 14001 audits (preparation, execution and action tracking); support compliance with environmental permits, waste regulations and internal procedures. Experience in supervising waste segregation, storage, transfer and disposal; liaising with licensed contractors and maintaining all statutory records. NEBOSH, IOSH, ..... full job details .....