Senior Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor HSE

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd.; Farley, Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability-focused company is seeking a Senior Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor to oversee HSE practices across its farms and estates in the UK. The role emphasizes compliance with regulations and fostering a robust safety culture. Ideal candidates will have HSE experience in agriculture or food production, hold a NEBOSH diploma, and a full UK driving license. The position offers a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday, and various employee benefits including a gym and pension access.

Benefits

33 days’ holiday

Access to company pension

Onsite gym

In-house doctor and dentist

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a HSE advisor in agricultural or food production environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK HSE regulations and compliance.
• Full UK Driving License required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain HSE policies across all sites.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance.
• Provide training on health and safety procedures.

Skills

HSE advisor experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NEBOSH diploma

CMIOSH progression

Job description

Overview

Bamford Property Limited

Here at Bamford Property Limited everything we do is rooted in nature. Guided by a commitment to traditional Estate working, organic farming, eating, and living in harmony with the environment, we strive to regenerate and maintain its delicate balance. Renowned for our pioneering work in sustainable practices, we are on a journey toward 100% self-sufficiency.

We're excited to offer an exceptional opportunity to join our team on the stunning 5,500-acre Wootton Estate, you will also be supporting the exceptional Daylesford Organic Farms Limited business in the beautiful Gloucester countryside. With sustainability and animal welfare as our core values, we're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor.

About the Role

This role is based in Staffordshire with occasional travel to our Gloucester Estate. We're seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Advisor to lead and implement best practices across our Farms, Estates, and abattoir operation. This multi-site role is crucial in ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, fostering a culture of safety, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks across our diverse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies and procedures across all sites.
• Conduct risk assessments and site inspections, ensuring compliance with UK HSE legislation.
• Provide expert guidance on farm, estate, and abattoir safety, including machinery use, livestock handling, and food production environments.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions and preventative measures.
• Deliver HSE training and toolbox talks to employees, contractors, and management.
• Ensure all environmental compliance measures are met, including waste management and sustainability initiatives.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, ensuring audits and inspections run smoothly.
• Support the business with emergency response planning and accident investigations.

About You

• Must have HSE advisor experience in agriculture, estates, or food production (abattoir experience advantageous).
• NEBOSH diploma is a must, ideally working towards CMIOSH.
• Strong knowledge of UK HSE regulations, including farm safety, COSHH, and environmental compliance.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Full UK Driving License.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape and embed a strong safety culture across a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Work within a supportive and dedicated team across multiple unique locations.
• Be part of a business that values people, sustainability, innovation, and responsible practices.

If you're passionate about creating a safe and compliant working environment and have experience within agriculture, estates, or food production, we would love to hear from you!

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At Bamford Property Limited you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension, you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s our Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.