Site Safety & Compliance Officer

Perform Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a confident and proactive Site Safety & Compliance Officer to take full ownership of the safety function at their Howden site. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a standalone role within a well-established business, where you will have real autonomy, influence, and visibility across a 150-employee operational environment. The Opportunity Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will be the go-to expert for all safety and compliance matters and play a key role in driving standards forward. This is not a support role — this is full ownership. Key Focus for the First 6 Months Reviewing and updating all Risk Assessments Ensuring SOPs are current, clear and embedded Driving positive change in site safety culture Preparing for and supporting internal and external audits Improving incident and near-miss reporting processes Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the full safety and compliance function on-site Develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures Conduct risk assessments and maintain COSHH documentation Carry out regular inspections and ensure legal compliance Lead accident/incident investigations and implement preventative actions Manage statutory inspections (lifting equipment, FLTs, fire equipment, racking, etc.) Deliver training, toolbox talks and inductions Chair monthly safety meetings and track KPIs Maintain emergency procedures and Fire Log Book records About You NEBOSH General Certificate (essential) Experience within a manufacturing or operational environment Comfortable operating in a standalone, autonomous role Strong working knowledge of UK safety legislation Confident communicator able to influence at all levels Practical, proactive and detail-oriented NEBOSH Diploma and IOSH membership are desirable but not essential. Whats on Offer 25 hours per week (flexible working pattern) 28 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays) Genuine autonomy and ownership The opportunity to directly influence and improve workplace standards If youre ready to lead the safety agenda and make a measurable impact, Perform Recruitment would love to hear from you.