Health & Safety Advisor

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Advisor to join our manufacturing client based in Stirling

This is not a desk-based compliance role. We re looking for someone visible, hands-on, and confident on the shop floor someone who can work alongside operators, engineers, and managers to genuinely strengthen safety culture and standards.

You ll report directly to the Business Unit Manager and play a key role in driving continuous improvement across a busy manufacturing environment.

What You ll Be Responsible For

• Developing, reviewing, and improving Safe Systems of Work (SSoW)
• Leading and maintaining comprehensive risk assessments (COSHH, Manual Handling, DSEAR)
• Embedding safety-critical procedures into operational SOPs
• Delivering inductions for new starters, contractors, and visitors
• Coordinating and delivering specialist training (LOTO, working at height, chemical safety)
• Conducting regular audits and site inspections
• Supporting practical solutions to H&S concerns
• Tracking and reporting KPIs (near misses, accident rates, training compliance)
• Supporting thorough root cause investigations

What We re Looking For

• NEBOSH General Certificate (Level 3) or equivalent essential
• 3 5 years H&S experience within manufacturing or heavy industry
• Comfortable working directly with teams on the shop floor
• Strong communicator who can influence at all levels
• Experience writing SSoW and detailed risk assessments
• Familiarity with digital safety management systems
• A proactive mindset and genuine drive to improve workplace safety

What s On Offer

• Competitive salary: £35,000 £40,000 (depending on experience)
• 40-hour week, dayshift
• 31 days holiday (including statutory days)
• Pension: 3.5% employee contribution / 7% employer contribution
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a high-performing manufacturing environment