Corporate Health and Safety Advisor (PO1)

Who You Are

As a Corporate Health and Safety Advisor, you are a highly motivated, resilient, and organized professional with strong communication and influencing skills. You possess a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualifications and are a registered IOSH member. Your knowledge of current and proposed health and safety legislation, combined with your ability to interpret these practically, positions you as a capable advisor, prepared to foster a robust safety culture across various council services.

What the Job Involves

The role entails managing and improving the council services' health and safety performance and supporting the Council's health and safety management system. You will be responsible for the development, implementation, and auditing of health and safety policies, strategies, and management systems. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, advising and training service teams, performing accident investigations, developing audit programs, and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders to promote best practices. You will report to the Health and Safety Manager and may occasionally deputize for them.

Skills

• Health and safety management expertise
• Ability to advise on health and safety issues
• Proficiency in conducting audits and creating reports
• Understanding of legislation and codes of practice
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in software systems such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint