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