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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.
Carry out risk assessments, site inspections, audits, and accident investigations.
Develop and deliver a risk-based health & safety audit programme.
Support the implementation of corporate health & safety policy, procedures, and training.
Produce high-quality reports, action plans, and recommendations for senior managers.
Work with external stakeholders (HSE, contractors, unions) to promote a strong safety culture.
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).
Strong knowledge of current health & safety legislation, ACOPs, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrable experience in a multi-site organisation (public sector desirable).
Skilled in accident investigation, risk assessments, audits, and report writing.
Confident communicator with the ability to influence managers and staff at all levels.
Competent user of IT systems including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and accident reporting systems.
Ability to travel to sites across the borough and work flexibly when required.
Desirable:
Experience within a local authority or public sector environment.
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.
