Corporate Health and Safety Manager (Permanent)

Elmbridge; Ewell; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working (up to 3 days from 1‑

Flexi-time

Professional subscriptions

Discounted health scheme

Job summary

Tandridge District Council is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to act as the Council’s principal adviser, shaping policy, standards and assurance across the organisation. You will lead risk-based audits, coordinate incident reporting and investigations, monitor performance, and provide clear assurance to the Extended Management Team and Health and Safety Forum.

The role requires strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and a track record in local government settings, with excellent

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification.
• CertIOSH or eligibility to achieve within a defined period; CMIOSH desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and practical application.
• Experience developing policies, conducting audits/inspections, supporting investigations and improving risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Confident to advise and influence senior leaders with excellent written/verbal communication and relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and review of the Council’s corporate health and safety policy, standards, procedures and management arrangements.
• Coordinate corporate risk-assessment activity and deliver a risk-based programme of audits, inspections and assurance reviews.
• Oversee accident, incident, near-miss and occupational ill-health reporting; support investigations; and coordinate RIDDOR reporting where required.
• Monitor performance, trends and emerging risks and provide assurance reports and recommendations to the Extended Management Team and Health and Safety Forum.
• Provide corporate oversight on statutory property compliance and contractor arrangements with operational managers.
• Work with HR and service managers to identify training needs and deliver briefings and learning.
• Contribute specialist advice to organisational change and Local Government Reorganisation, including harmonised policies and governance.

Skills

NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma

CertIOSH

CMIOSH desirable

UK H&S legislation knowledge

audits & inspections experience

advising senior leaders

relationship management

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Manager to act as the Council’s principal competent adviser, providing professional advice, constructive challenge and assurance across the organisation. You will help the Council meet its statutory duties and strengthen a positive, proportionate and learning-focused health and safety culture.

About the role

• Lead the development and review of the Council’s corporate health and safety policy, standards, procedures and management arrangements.
• Coordinate corporate risk-assessment activity and deliver a risk-based programme of audits, inspections and assurance reviews.
• Oversee accident, incident, near‑miss and occupational ill‑health reporting; support significant investigations; and coordinate RIDDOR reporting where required.
• Monitor performance, trends and emerging risks and provide clear assurance reports and recommendations to the Extended Management Team and the Health and Safety Forum.
• Provide corporate oversight and assurance on statutory property compliance and contractor arrangements, working with the managers and duty holders who retain operational responsibility.
• Work with Human Resources and service managers to identify training needs and coordinate or deliver practical briefings and learning.
• Contribute specialist advice to organisational change and Local Government Reorganisation, including the development of harmonised policies, systems and governance.

Who we’re looking for

You will have:

• A NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals, or an equivalent Level 6 occupational health and safety qualification.
• Certified Member of IOSH (CertIOSH), or eligibility and commitment to achieve Certified membership within an agreed period. Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) is desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, with the ability to translate legal and technical requirements into clear, proportionate and practical action in a complex, multi‑service organisation.
• Experience of developing policies and systems, conducting audits and inspections, supporting investigations and improving risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• The confidence to advise and influence senior leaders and managers, backed by excellent written, verbal and relationship‑management skills.

Experience in local government or another politically led public body, and knowledge of property compliance, housing, construction/CDM, facilities, waste or other operational services, would be advantageous.

What we offer

When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.

We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.

We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.

We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on‑site parking.

In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi‑time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.

Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.

Diversity statement

At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.

We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.

Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Want to know more?

If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Local Government Reorganisation

The government is reorganising local councils in Surrey. The current two-tier system where services are split between Surrey County Council and district or borough councils, will be replaced by two new unitary councils - East Surrey Council and West Surrey Council.

East Surrey Council will cover Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell, Mole Valley, Reigate & Banstead and Tandridge District managing all local services, including housing, planning, waste, education, roads and social care.

Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, we need to continue to provide services.

When the new councils are created in April 2027, most staff will transfer to the new council on their current terms and conditions. Being part of a larger organisation may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety.

The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc. Find out more about what local government reorganisation means for us

Find out more about what local government reorganisation means for us.

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We understand that some applicants may use AI tools to assist with preparing their applications.

All submitted information, whether supported by AI or not, must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience and qualifications.

Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process.