Job Description

Location - Pendle Doors, Lower Darwen

Job Type - Full-time, permanent, based on site

Salary - 37,000 to 45,000 per year depending on experience

Pendle Doors is growing quickly. In the past year, we've opened a new manufacturing site in Lower Darwen, doubled the size of our Sales team, and expanded our production department. As we continue to grow, we're looking for someone who can help keep our people safe, support our teams, and maintain a strong culture of health, safety, and care across the business.

We're looking for someone with a positive, practical mindset who understands the value of compliance and safety in a busy workplace. You'll be confident advising management, working alongside teams on the ground, and leading our health and safety culture with fresh ideas that are both inclusive and effective.

We are looking forward to our future. Our staff surveys, away days and training programmes show that we already have a fantastic team in place. Now, we're looking a hardworking individual to join us who shares our values and is ready to be recognised and rewarded.

Working Hours

Flexible hours, Monday to Thursday between 6am and 5pm, Friday 6am to 4pm (total 39.25 hours per week)

Main Responsibilities

Health and Safety Compliance

Lead all health and safety activities across the company Develop, apply, and explain rules, legislation, and best practices Carry out risk assessments and provide clear advice and guidance Run internal audits across all sites and report back to management Monitor and maintain safe systems of work across departments Recommend and review control measures and PPE usage Manage our health surveillance programme with external partners Investigate accidents, near misses, and serious incidents (including RIDDOR) Keep up to date with changes in legislation and apply them where needed Oversee the maintenance and safety of machinery Lead regular housekeeping checks across all areas

Promoting a Safety-First Culture

Build good working relationships with all employees to encourage a strong safety mindset Run regular meetings with our Health and Safety Representatives Support our first aiders and fire safety representatives to stay confident and competent Lead investigations and reports into all accidents and near misses Carry out inspections and involve a wide range of staff in the process Write, update, and review our health and safety policies

Training and Development

Help managers and staff understand health and safety processes Identify training needs and support people to work safely and independently Share best practice across the business Keep your own knowledge up to date so you can lead by example

What We're Looking For

Essential

A recognised qualification in occupational health and safety (NVQ, BSC, or NEBOSH diploma) Good understanding of ISO45001 and how to maintain compliance Confident knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and other relevant law Able to influence, support, and guide staff at all levels Professional, approachable, and calm under pressure Understands the importance of confidentiality Organised, detail-focused and methodical Confident using Windows based systems such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

Desirable

Experience working in a manufacturing environment Full UK driving licence

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to join a company that values its people and is committed to doing things the right way. You'll be part of a supportive, growing business where your ideas and work will really make a difference.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 37,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/07/2025