Health and Safety Facilitator

Asthon A/S; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established manufacturing business in Ellesmere Port is looking for a Health and Safety Facilitator to oversee health and safety responsibilities. The role involves coaching team leaders, driving safety initiatives, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Ideal candidates will have FMCG experience and relevant health and safety certifications. This full-time position offers a chance to make a significant impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• FMCG industry experience.
• Experience managing legal registers and overseeing outsourced risk assessments.
• Experience managing H&S aspects of change, such as equipment installations and CDM projects.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor managers and supervisors on H&S responsibilities.
• Drive awareness and education through training and presentations.
• Lead thorough incident investigations ensuring compliance.

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Accredited IOSH Trainer or Train the Trainer qualified

First Aid at Work qualified

Tools

ISO 45001 implementation and auditing

Job description

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Job Details

• Pay: Competitive
• Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, Days
• Duration: Permanent

Job Role

As the Health and Safety Facilitator, you will play a vital role in coaching and mentoring managers and supervisors on their H&S responsibilities, embedding a safety‑first culture across the business. You'll drive awareness and education through in‑house training, digital record‑keeping, and inspiring presentations. Acting as the main point of contact for all H&S matters, you'll encourage active participation in safety initiatives, investigations, and risk assessments. You'll also support change management processes, ensure compliance, and lead thorough incident investigations, ensuring the Ellesmere Port site adheres to all relevant legal and audit requirements.

Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• FMCG industry experience
• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• Experience managing legal registers and overseeing outsourced risk assessments (e.g., DSEAR, Water Hygiene, Fire)
• Experience managing H&S aspects of change, such as equipment installations and CDM projects
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles integrated with health and safety

Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Accredited IOSH Trainer or Train the Trainer qualified
• Experience with ISO 45001 implementation and auditing
• SMETA Sedex Sustainability 7.0 Management standards
• First Aid at Work qualified

Commutable From: Chester, Birkenhead, Warrington, Mold, Wrexham, Runcorn, Widnes, Wirral

Similar Job Titles: Health & Safety Coordinator, Health & Safety Officer, Safety Facilitator, Safety Coordinator, HSE Facilitator, HSE Coordinator, EHS Facilitator, EHS Coordinator

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Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Hospitals