Graduate Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Officer

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Citrus Recruit are excited to be recruiting for Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Officer for a growing company based near to Caerphilly.

We're looking for someone who has a relevant degree, an IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate and 1-2 years of experience within risk management. You will help ensure compliance with legal, industry, and client requirements, while promoting a strong culture of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.

This client started as a family run business and has now grown to over 70. There are progression opportunities if you would like it and the opportunity to be part of a fantastic culture with lots of team events.

The office location is Caerphilly, but you must be able to travel across the UK.

Responsibilities & day to day duties
As a Graduate Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality, you will be responsible for:

• Support the development and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (ISO 45001, 14001 & 9001).
• Assist with implementing and monitoring SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and review RAMS, COSHH, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and support corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate SHEQ records and documentation.
• Deliver inductions and toolbox talks.
• Monitor compliance of employees and contractors.
• Assist with PPE, equipment checks, and safety training.
• Promote a proactive SHEQ culture across all teams.
• Stay updated on relevant legislation and best practices.

Skills & experience required.

• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate (or working towards).
• Strong interest in SHEQ and compliance in technical/operational settings.
• Detail-focused with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Confident IT user (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proactive, eager to learn, and able to work independently or in a team.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Desirable

• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 or BAFE standards.
• Awareness of process improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, root cause analysis).
• Experience in a SHEQ-related role or placement.
• Understanding of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Membership (or working towards) IOSH, IEMA, CQI, or similar body.

Benefits package

• Salary of up to 35,000
• Hours are 7 hours between 8am - 4.30 with flexibility required
• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays. 3 days taken at Christmas
• Private Health Cover: Provided upon successful completion of a 6-month probationary period
• Wellness programme
• Stakeholder pension
• Progression Opportunities

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