Job Title: Health & Safety and Facilities Advisor
Location: Durham
Salary: Competitive + benefits
Benefits: Comprehensive package including holiday allowance, pension, healthcare options and professional development support
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday
The Company:
An innovative and rapidly expanding engineering and technology manufacturer, recognised for delivering high-performance solutions to global customers. The organisation continues to grow year-on-year and is investing heavily in its people, facilities, and advanced manufacturing capabilities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where you can make a real impact as a Health & Safety and Facilities Advisor.
Job Description:
As a Health & Safety and Facilities Advisor, you will play a key role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment across a busy manufacturing site. You’ll lead on implementing health & safety standards, carrying out inspections, supporting audits, driving facilities improvements, and advising colleagues at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Health & Safety:
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Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards.
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Ensure all incidents and reportable events are escalated appropriately in line with UK regulations (including RIDDOR).
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Develop, review, and maintain health & safety policies and procedures.
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Deliver safety training, inductions, toolbox talks, and fire safety drills.
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Investigate accidents and near-misses, produce reports, and implement corrective actions.
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Maintain up-to-date documentation, compliance records, and training logs.
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Promote correct use of PPE and safety equipment across all operations.
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Liaise with external health & safety bodies, consultants, and regulators.
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Support ongoing certification and compliance with ISO management systems.
Facilities:
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Oversee day-to-day building, equipment, and site infrastructure maintenance.
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Manage contractors and suppliers for repairs, maintenance, and project work, ensuring RAMS and permits are in place.
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Monitor and deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes across HVAC, electrical, fire alarms, and mechanical systems.
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Ensure facilities support operational manufacturing needs and uptime requirements.
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Manage facilities budgets, cost control, waste disposal, and environmental compliance.
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Support space planning, layout optimisation, and improvement projects.
Skills & Experience:
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NEBOSH General Certificate (essential); NEBOSH Diploma (desirable).
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Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and standards.
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Experience within manufacturing or engineering environments.
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Working understanding of ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
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Confident conducting risk assessments and safety investigations.
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Experience managing emergency procedures and urgent maintenance issues.
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Skilled in contractor management, tendering, RAMS approval and permits to work.
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Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
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Proficient in MS Office and facilities management systems (CAFM/CMMS).
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Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to additional sites if required.
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Experience in electronics, cleanroom or controlled environments beneficial.
Why Should You Apply?
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You’ll join a growing, forward-thinking organisation where safety and operational excellence are top priorities.
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The role offers the opportunity to shape culture, influence improvements, and lead key safety and facilities initiatives.
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You’ll work with supportive leadership who value expertise and development.
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A competitive salary and strong benefits package are offered.
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Ideal for an ambitious Health & Safety and Facilities Advisor looking to progress within a thriving engineering environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed Health & Safety and Facilities Advisor to make an impact and develop their career within a progressive business. If you’re passionate about safety, compliance, and facilities excellence, we’d love to hear from you.
