Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to join our organisation. The successful candidate will play a vital role in promoting and maintaining a safe working environment across all departments. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about health and safety standards, with a focus on risk assessment, incident prevention, and compliance with legislative requirements. The role is paid and suitable for candidates committed to fostering organisational safety culture.
Duties
- Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
- Develop, implement, and review health and safety policies and procedures tailored to organisational needs.
- Provide expert advice on risk management strategies and best practices to minimise workplace incidents.
- Lead investigations into accidents or near-misses, performing root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
- Prepare detailed report writing on safety performance, incidents, and improvement initiatives for senior management.
- Facilitate training sessions on health and safety topics, including first aid procedures, emergency response, and safe working practices.
- Collaborate with departmental managers to ensure safety measures are integrated into daily operations.
- Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incident reports, training activities, and compliance documentation.
- Promote a positive safety culture through ongoing communication, engagement activities, and behavioural safety programmes.
Experience
- Proven experience in a health & safety advisory role within an industrial or organisational setting.
- First aid certification is desirable; additional qualifications in occupational health or environmental management are advantageous.
- Strong report writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise documentation for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrable expertise in root cause analysis techniques to effectively investigate incidents and identify underlying issues.
- Knowledge of relevant health & safety legislation and standards applicable within the United Kingdom.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively whilst managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate complex safety information clearly and persuasively across all levels of the organisation.
This role offers an engaging environment where your expertise will directly contribute to safeguarding our workforce while supporting continuous improvement in health & safety standards.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
