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Health Safety Environment Officer

Vickerstock
Newtownabbey · posted 17 August 2026
Location
Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
Category
Management & Operations, Other

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading specialist engineering firm on the appointment of a Health, Safety & Environmental Officer.

As HSE Officer, you will support manufacturing, assembly and project operations, working closely with fabrication, office and site teams to promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation. You will play a key role in developing safe systems of work, supporting operational teams and driving continuous improvement across a busy and technically complex business.

In your new role:

  • Develop and maintain HSE policies, procedures and systems in line with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and relevant legislative frameworks
  • Conduct site inspections, risk assessments and audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective control measures
  • Provide day‑to‑day HSE support to teams across multiple locations, ensuring site and operational compliance with internal and external standards
  • Lead and manage incident investigations, reporting findings and driving preventive actions
  • Promote behavioural safety and contribute to continuous improvement across all areas of the business
  • Deliver toolbox talks, training sessions and inductions to employees and contractors
  • Monitor and analyse HSE data, producing regular reports and identifying trends
  • Act as a key point of contact for all Health, Safety and Environmental matters across the business
  • Work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to embed a proactive and positive safety culture

What you will need to succeed:

  • Experience in an HSE role within a Manufacturing, Engineering, Construction or M&E environment
  • Relevant Health and Safety qualification (NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent)
  • Working knowledge of current HSE legislation and compliance frameworks
  • Experience carrying out HSE audits, inspections and incident investigationsExperience developing or reviewing RAMS and implementing safe systems of work
  • Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel between sites as required

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don’t worry if you don’t):

  • IOSH membership
  • NEBOSH Diploma
  • ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 knowledge, with Internal Auditor qualification desirable
  • Train the Trainer qualification or experience delivering internal HSE training
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