Health and safety administrator

Sapphire Utility Solutions are looking to appoint a Health and Safety Administrator in support of United Utilities and other divisions within Sapphire Utility Solutions. This role is permanent, based at our Head Office in Leyland.

We are seeking someone holding a NEBOSH/IOSH Managing Safely qualification OR experience working within Utilities.

Location: Leyland, Lancashire

Hours: Monday to Friday – 40 Hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08.00am-16.30pm)

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum

Employment Type: Permanent

Responsibilities – but not limited to:

• Assisting advisors with Depot and site inspections


• Working closely with the Health and Safety Manager and Advisors


• Compiling report information


• Assessing near miss submissions


• Creating communications on behalf of the Health and Safety team to the wider company


• Providing operative level support on guidance and advice


• General administration duties

Experience and qualifications desirable for the role:

• Either a NEBOSH qualification or a IOSH Managing Safely or previous experience in the utilities industry


• Full UK Driving Licence (desirable)


• Ability to prioritise in a busy, changing environment.


• Team player with an ability to build good working relationships across all levels of personnel.


• Proficient in Microsoft Suites

What you will get in return:

In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group - the UK’s largest independent provider, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.

What we offer:

• 25 Days Holidays plus bank holidays


• Company Pension


• Death in Service


• Employee Assistance / wellness Programme

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.

The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community

Strictly no agencies please

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