Job Summary
ECS Systems is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining health, safety and compliance activities related to our work installing and maintaining fire & security systems. Based at our office in Sidcup the role involves site visits within the South East. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting best practices. The ideal applicant will have strong communication and organisation skills and work well within a team. Experience of security systems is especially helpful.
Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and update health and safety policies specific to fire & security systems and site operations.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and organisational policies regarding health & safety to support the renewal of relevant memberships & accreditation.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and site inspections to identify potential hazards.
- Organise & monitor health, safety & compliance training for all employees. Maintain training records.
- Complete client compliance questionnaires
- Provide advice and support to management and teams on health and safety matters.
- Investigate safety incidents or near misses, updating records and performing root cause analysis to prevent recurrence and make recommendations for improvements.
- Coordinate emergency response procedures, including first aid arrangements and evacuation plans.
- Monitor the effectiveness of safety measures and recommend enhancements where necessary.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in a health & safety advisory role within environments utilising security systems or similar technical infrastructure.
- NEBOSH certification
- Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation applicable within the UK.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong communication skills, capable of delivering training and producing clear documentation.This role offers an engaging opportunity for a committed professional eager to promote a culture of safety whilst leveraging their expertise in security systems.
- Proactive approach to problem solving, demonstrable experience in incident investigation, root cause analysis and report writing.
- First aid certification is essential; additional qualifications in risk management or occupational health are advantageous.
- Experience using digital compliance systems.
- Full UK Driving Licence
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Transport links
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a current UK Driving Licence
Experience:
- health and safety: 2 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- NEBOSH or equivalent certificate (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
