Corporate Health & Safety Lead

Essential Employment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment in Maidstone is seeking a Corporate Health & Safety Officer on a full-time temporary basis. The role pays £25 per hour and involves advising managers and staff, developing safety policies, and conducting risk assessments across council services.

The officer will oversee inspections, investigations of incidents, safety training delivery, and support for contractor management and CDM compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent health and safety advice to managers, employees, elected members, and contractors.
• Support the development, implementation, and review of corporate health and safety policies, procedures, and guidance.
• Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act and associated regulations.
• Undertake workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments across council services and sites.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences, recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain and monitor corporate health and safety management systems and performance indicators.
• Deliver health and safety training, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions.
• Support managers in undertaking and reviewing risk assessments and safe working procedures.
• Advise on contractor management, construction projects, CDM compliance, and procurement-related health and safety matters.
• Prepare reports, statistics, and performance updates for senior management and corporate governance boards.
• Assist with emergency planning, business continuity, and health and safety compliance projects.
• Promote continuous improvement and a positive health and safety culture throughout the organisation.

Job description

Essential Employment in Maidstone is seeking a Corporate Health & Safety Officer on a full-time temporary basis. The role pays £25 per hour and involves advising managers and staff, developing safety policies, and conducting risk assessments across council services.

The officer will oversee inspections, investigations of incidents, safety training delivery, and support for contractor management and CDM compliance.