Corporate Health and Safety Manager

MMP Consultancy is seeking a Corporate Health and Safety Manager on behalf of a Local Authority based in Warwickshire. This is a temporary position to start as soon as possible for a period of 3 months subject to possible extension. The rate of pay is 35.31ph via an umbrella company over a 37-hour working week.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the council's principal health and safety lead, providing expert advice, strategic direction, and oversight of corporate health and safety management systems.
• Monitor and manage statutory compliance across all council buildings, services and activities.
• Lead on fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures, ensuring risks are properly managed and drills are conducted.
• Undertake audits, inspections and investigations into incidents, near misses, and official notifications (including asbestos, legionella, lifts and pressure systems).
• Develop and implement health and safety policies, systems and improvement plans.
• Prepare and present reports and briefings to Members, Senior Management, Trade Unions and committees.
• Provide specialist input into procurement processes and contractor management.
• Deliver health and safety training, briefings and awareness activities across the organisation.
  

Requirements:

• A degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in Health and Safety (NEBOSH or similar).
• Significant experience (typically 5 years or more) managing health and safety within a large, complex organisation.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and work collaboratively across multiple teams and services.
• A strong understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Strong IT skills, with the ability to manage and interpret data from safety systems (e.g. AssessNet).
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.