Health & Safety Officer

Elevate Your Health & Safety Career in Cutting-Edge Scientific Research

Ready to take your Health & Safety expertise to the next level? Join our growing UK scientific and bio-research company as we push the boundaries of innovation. This role offers a clear path to becoming a Health & Safety Manager and beyond.

About the role

Job title: Health & Safety Officer

Location: North of Cambridge. Good commutes from St Ives, Ely, Cambridge, Huntington, Chatteris etc. We offer a hybrid working environment: 2 days in office work & 3 days from your home office, with flexibility of course to suit you, or workload requirements.

Salary: £40K Basic + Benefits package

What you'll be doing

As our Health & Safety Officer, you'll lead H&S initiatives across two sites, working closely with the Head of Facilities Management. Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting and reviewing H&S risk assessments for all sites
• Supporting COSHH assessments for chemicals, reagents, and solvents
• Collaborating with the Biological Safety Officer to ensure safe practices
• Overseeing staff H&S training, including onboarding and specialist roles
• Chairing H&S meetings, developing policies, and benchmarking against best practices

What we're looking for

• Strong understanding of H&S legislation, especially COSHH regulations
• It is essential that you have laboratory environment experience
• H&S qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH)
• Valid driving licence (travel between sites required)
• Knowledge of biological material regulations (desirable)

Take the next step in your Health & Safety career

We'd love to hear from you, so apply today for an immmediate response.