We are recruiting an experienced Corporate Health & Safety Advisor to support a busy local authority. This role will sit within the Corporate Health & Safety Team, providing expert advice and guidance across a wide range of services to ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and best practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide professional health & safety advice to managers and staff across multiple council services.
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Carry out risk assessments, site inspections, audits, and accident investigations.
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Develop and deliver a risk-based health & safety audit programme.
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Support the implementation of corporate health & safety policy, procedures, and training.
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Produce high-quality reports, action plans, and recommendations for senior managers.
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Work with external stakeholders (HSE, contractors, unions) to promote a strong safety culture.
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Advise on construction, CDM, asbestos management, and high-risk environments as needed.
Requirements:
Level 6 or above H&S qualification (NEBOSH National Diploma, BSc Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or equivalent).
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Strong knowledge of current health & safety legislation, ACOPs, and compliance requirements.
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Demonstrable experience in a multi-site organisation (public sector desirable).
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Skilled in accident investigation, risk assessments, audits, and report writing.
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Confident communicator with the ability to influence managers and staff at all levels.
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Competent user of IT systems including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and accident reporting systems.
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Ability to travel to sites across the borough and work flexibly when required.
Desirable:
Experience within a local authority or public sector environment.
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Knowledge of construction, CDM Regulations, and asbestos management.
If you are an experienced Health & Safety professional who can provide immediate, competent advice without extensive training, we would love to hear from you.
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