Health and Safety Officer

Industrious Recruitment are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Officer to work for a client in the Milton Keynes area. The Health and Safety Officer will drive compliance and foster a positive safety culture. In this role you’ll carry out inspections, audits and risk assessments, investigate incidents, and provide training and guidance across the organisation. Accountability Expectations: * Responsible for own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or don't do). * Work in adherence to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Act 1999 and all other relevant H&S UK Law as set out by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). * Report any issues, risks, hazards, near misses, incidents or unsafe practices to the management immediately. * Understand risks, including COSHH, and how to mitigate them, including adherence to PPE rules. * Ensure areas of work are clean, safe and 'fit-to-fly'. * Attend all required health & safety training. * Work in adherence to various ISO standards Specific Responsibilities: * Develop, implement, and promote a proactive health and safety culture within the organisation. * Conduct workplace risk assessment and recommend control measures to reduce hazards. * Deliver health and safety training and toolbox talks to employees at all levels. * Monitor and review health and safety performance, identifying areas for improvement. * Lead on incident investigations, ensuring lessons learned are shared and corrective actions are implemented. * Support management in developing emergency procedure and conducting drills. * Ensure all staff have access to the necessary PPE and are trained in its proper use. * Work with department heads to integrate Health and Safety considerations into daily operations. * Keep up to date with emerging risks and industry best practices to continuously improve safety standards. * Strong knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other relevant regulations. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence employees at all levels. * Analytical and problem-solving skills to assess risks and develop effective control measures. * Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and make informed decisions. * Strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects, audits, and training sessions effectively. * Ability to handle and investigate accidents with professionalism and discretion