Health and Safety Advisor

Networking Women in the Fire Service; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local fire rescue service in England seeks a Health and Safety Advisor to provide specialist advice, conduct investigations, and promote risk management practices. Candidates must hold a NEBOSH certification and possess strong IT and communication skills. Experience in a health and safety role is essential for this role that fosters an innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a health and safety advisory role.
• Additional qualifications such as Manual Handling Assessor or Incident Command Safety training are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist health and safety advice across the service.
• Conduct and support incident investigations.
• Deliver training on investigations and manual handling.
• Carry out audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Support operational crews with dynamic risk assessments.
• Engage with teams across the service and external partners.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Collaborative mindset

Education

National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH)

Job description

Overview

As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we are driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That is why, when you join Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) as a Health and Safety Advisor, you will be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Responsibilities

• provide specialist health and safety advice across the service
• conduct and support incident investigations
• deliver training on investigations and manual handling
• carry out audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• support operational crews with dynamic risk assessments
• engage with teams across the service and external partners
• promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management

Requirements

• National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH) or Level 3 equivalent (essential)
• Strong IT skills to access documents and legislation
• Experience in a health and safety advisory role
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• To be proactive, approachable, and collaborative
• Additional qualifications such as Manual Handling Assessor or Incident Command Safety training are desirable