People & Safety Advisor

October 14, 2025

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Location: Burton Latimer, Northamptonshire Salary: £28k Hours: 40 hours per week (flexible Monday to Friday between 07:00 – 18:00) About The Role Interaction Recruitment is currently working in partnership with a long-established, family-owned business based in Northamptonshire. With over 90 years of history and a strong presence across the Equipment, Construction, and Manufacturing sectors, our client is renowned for their values-led approach and supportive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a People & Safety Advisor to join their central operations team. The role supports both HR and Health & Safety functions and is pivotal in driving high standards across the business. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, organised, and proactive – someone who thrives on variety, can deliver results, and embraces change as the business continues to grow. Key Responsibilities Recruitment <ul><li>Assist in creating and advertising job descriptions</li><li>Coordinate with Marketing to manage social media and website listings</li><li>Proactively source candidates to reduce recruitment costs</li><li>Liaise with external partners and coordinate interviews</li><li>Prepare offer letters and employment contracts </li></ul>Onboarding & Induction <ul><li>Conduct reference, right-to-work, and driver checks</li><li>Coordinate induction plans with hiring managers</li><li>Collate onboarding documentation and track probation reviews </li></ul>HR Support <ul><li>Enter new starters into HR systems and maintain accurate employee data</li><li>Support absence management and wellbeing initiatives</li><li>Administer flexible working and family leave policies</li><li>Assist managers with performance and development plans </li></ul>Health & Safety <ul><li>Support the implementation of Health & Safety policies</li><li>Provide guidance on SHE standards and legislative compliance</li><li>Maintain H&S documentation, registers, and training records</li><li>Assist with audits, inspections, and incident investigations</li><li>Keep the team updated on legislative changes and industry developments</li><li>Coordinate contractor and supplier H&S documentation </li></ul>Training & Development <ul><li>Identify training needs and liaise with providers</li><li>Maintain training records and matrices</li><li>Ensure all compliance-related training is delivered and documented </li></ul>General Administration <ul><li>Provide admin support to People and Operations teams</li><li>Assist with event planning and supplier coordination</li><li>Follow internal procurement processes including raising purchase orders </li></ul>What We're Looking For <ul><li>Previous experience in a combined HR and/or H&S role</li><li>Strong administrative and organisational skills</li><li>Confident communicator with a proactive, can-do attitude</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Experience using HR or H&S systems preferred </li></ul>Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and growing business that values its people. You'll play a key role in shaping and supporting a safe, people-first culture, all within a collaborative and friendly working environment. How To Apply Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter to: or call me on 07531 651 351 for a confidential chat. INDKTT LNKD1_UKTJ

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