Health & Safety, Environment Advisor

Job Description:

Health & Safety & Environment Advisor

Location: Oxford Airport
Contract: Permanent
Company: Airbus Helicopters UK (AHUK)

Join AHUK

Airbus Helicopters is the worlds largest helicopter manufacturer and our Oxford Airport site sits at the heart of Britains civil helicopter industry. From bespoke completions to maintenance design flight testing training and technical support AHUK delivers world-class capability across both civil and military sectors.

Were proud to be the MoDs chosen partner for No.1 Helicopter Flying School (MFTS) supporting operations at RAF Shawbury and RAF Valley. This is your opportunity to join a team that serves protects and supports customers operating in some of the worlds most demanding environments.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Health & Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor to provide expert on-site support at Oxford Airport. You will act as the local HSE lead for AHUK helping us maintain the highest standards of safety environmental compliance and continuous improvement across our operations.

This role is hands-on collaborative and critical to our ongoing ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications. You will work closely with colleagues at RAF Shawbury and RAF Valley sharing best practice and ensuring aligned HSE performance across the organisation.

What Youll Be Doing

Health & Safety

• Coordinate H&S activities in line with AHUK policies and statutory requirements.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the health & safety management system.

• Organise and oversee risk assessments safety training occupational health first aid fire safety PPE COSHH REACH DSE and manual handling compliance.

• Recommend and coordinate safety-related equipment for aircraft maintenance.

• Issue safety alerts support H&S forums and encourage open safety communication.

• Conduct incident/accident investigations and ensure accurate reporting.

• Lead site walkarounds inspections toolbox talks and promote proactive incident prevention.

• Participate in internal/external audits and support closure of non-conformances.

Environment

• Support daily management of the Environmental Management System.

• Coordinate waste management and recycling strategies in line with legislation.

• Ensure emergency response plans remain robust and effective.

• Manage environmental aspects/impacts linked to operational activities.

• Support compliance and audit activities for ISO 14001.

What Youll Bring

Essential

• Experience in a Health & Safety & Environment advisory role.

• NEBOSH Certificate (minimum) or IOSH-approved qualification.

• Strong analytical organisational communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to interpret legislation and technical requirements.

• Calm patient assertive and able to influence effectively.

Desirable

• Experience in an aircraft engineering or similar technical environment.

• Degree in H&S risk management engineering management construction or related areas.

• Training qualification.

About You

• Personable approachable and professional.

• Strong communicator at all levels.

• Thorough diligent and pragmatic.

• Adaptable to changing organisational needs.

• Energetic proactive creative and flexible.

Additional Requirements

• DBS Security Clearance required; eligibility for SC clearance essential.

• Must meet all Export Compliance requirements.

• Must have the current right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).

• Occasional travel to other Airbus sites may be required.

The Reward

Joining Airbus means joining a global community. We offer a competitive salary plus an excellent range of benefits including:

• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) company-paid

• Pension 6% employer contribution - auto-enrolment (Maximum 8%)

• Share Incentive Plan / ESOP

• Success Share (annual bonus scheme)

• Bike-to-Work scheme (up to 3000)

• Technology and car purchase schemes

• Health-care cash plan & health assessments

• Travel insurance

• Shopping discounts & vouchers

• Financial and legal advice services (e.g. wills power of attorney)

• Personal accident insurance & more

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

Airbus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of age gender ethnicity disability sexual orientation religion or belief.

By applying you consent to Airbus storing and using your information for recruitment and employment purposes in accordance with data protection legislation.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

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