Health and Safety Advisor

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; Luton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to enhance safety standards within the education sector. This role involves conducting audits, providing compliance guidance, and developing safety policies across various educational institutions. The ideal candidate will be in the early stages of their career, bringing a relevant qualification and a proactive attitude towards promoting safety. If you are passionate about health and safety and eager to make a positive impact, this opportunity offers a supportive environment and the chance to grow your career while ensuring the well-being of students and staff alike.

Benefits

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Health & Safety is essential.
• Experience in a Health and Safety advisory role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments across education sites.
• Provide advice on health and safety matters and ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Health and Safety legislation knowledge

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Facilities management experience

Education

NEBOSH or equivalent qualification

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor required to join a leading multi-national Hard/Technical Facilities Management company. You will be focused on clients within the education sector, including schools, colleges, and universities mainly across London and the Northern Home Counties. Travel further afield will be required occasionally.
The role focuses on supporting on-site engineers and facilities support services. You will promote compliance, assess risks, and embed a culture of safety and quality.
This role will suit someone in the earlier stages of their career, with existing experience in a Health and Safety advisory role.

Responsibilities include:

1. Conducting audits, inspections, and risk assessments across multiple education sites.
2. Providing advice and guidance on health and safety matters, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and industry best practices.
3. Developing, implementing, and monitoring Health and Safety policies, systems, and procedures.
4. Delivering safety training and promoting awareness programs to staff and stakeholders.
5. Investigating accidents and incidents, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
6. Monitoring and reporting on environmental performance, working towards sustainability targets.
7. Liaising with leadership teams, contractors, and external regulatory bodies to maintain a safe and compliant environment.

Qualifications

1. A relevant qualification in Health & Safety (NEBOSH or equivalent).
2. Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and best practices.
3. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
4. Some soft and hard facilities management experience would be beneficial.
5. Full UK driving license (essential, as travel is required).
6. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

The role is paying £50k - £55k plus car allowance.