HSE Advisor

HSE Advisor

The Opportunity:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Industrial Health and Safety and Environment Advisor to join a team of HSE professionals within the manufacturing facility in Exeter. This is a full-time permanent position. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering professional Health & Safety and Environment advise across all areas of manufacturing and operations, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, and supporting the development and implementation of EHS strategies. You will play a critical role in providing technical guidance, managing training programs, and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and company standards for environment, health, and safety.
• Provide technical advice and support for a complex manufacturing site.
• Design and deliver training programs, including toolbox talks, permit writing, risk assessment, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain training databases, matrices, and annual schedules.
• Assist with internal and external auditing processes and maintain COSHH systems and provide guidance to site team members.
• Support and develop a team of local shop floor EHS Coordinators.
• Accurately report and investigate incidents and near misses.
• Complete and review risk assessments and safe systems of work in accordance with current legislation and company standards.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in a similear Health & Safety and Environment role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK and European health and safety legislation.
• NEBOSH Certificate.
• Ideally a degree in Health & Safety Management or the equivalent level of practical experience.
• Proven EHS professional with excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.

Pay and Benefits:
8am-4pm Monday to Friday
25 days annual holiday
Secure on-site parking
Contributory pension
Health care cash back plan
Life insurance