Health and Safety Advisor

Bromford Housing Group; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & hybrid working

Performance pay

Pension up to 10%

Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits allowance £500

Generous leave & sick pay

Professional membership paid

Learning & development

Job summary

Bromford Flagship LiveWest is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to support colleagues across the organisation, providing practical guidance that keeps people safe, confident and compliant while delivering services to communities.

You'll build trusted relationships with operational teams, lead incident reporting and audits, promote a positive safety culture, and ensure health and safety arrangements are applied consistently across housing, property, construction and frontline services.

Qualifications

• Experience applying health and safety principles in operational environments.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Experience with audits, inspections, risk management and incident investigation.
• Understanding of contractor management processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, practical H&S advice to managers and colleagues.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigation and learning.
• Support audits, inspections and assurance activities.
• Identify hazards and risks; support practical control measures.
• Provide guidance on legislation, policy and best practice.
• Contribute to contractor management processes including risk assessments and permits.
• Support development of a positive and sustainable safety culture.
• Ensure health and safety arrangements are applied consistently across the organisation.
• Collaborate with colleagues to translate H&S requirements into workable solutions.

Skills

Tech IOSH

H&S principles

Legislation knowledge

Audits & investigations

Contractor management

Communication skills

CPD / IOSH

Driving licence

Job description

Salary Up to £40,000 per annum + Car or Car Allowance

Contract:Permanent
Hours:Full-time, 37.5hours per week
Contractual base:Flexible across our offices
Operational requirement:Regular travel across the Bromford geography
Additional requirements:Full UK driving licence, andaccess to a vehicle
Closing date:Tuesday 20th October

Help us create safer places for colleagues, customers and communities.

At Bromford Flagship LiveWest, safety is everyone's responsibility. As our Health and Safety Advisor, you'll play a key role in helping colleagues work safely, confidently and compliantly while delivering services that enable people and communities to thrive.

This is far more than a compliance role. You'll build trusted relationships with operational teams, provide practical guidance that makes a real difference, and help create a positive safety culture across a complex organisation that manages homes, communities and frontline services.

What you'll be doing

You'll work closely with managers and colleagues across the business, providing clear, practical and proportionate health and safety advice that supports effective decision-making and safe ways of working.

You'll:

• Support managers with incident reporting, investigation and learning.
• Assist with audits, inspections and assurance activities.
• Help identify hazards and risks, supporting the implementation of practical control measures.
• Provide guidance on health and safety legislation, policy and best practice.
• Contribute to contractor management processes, including reviewing risk assessments, method statements, COSHH assessments and permit-to-work arrangements.
• Support the development of a positive and sustainable safety culture.
• Help ensure health and safety arrangements are applied consistently across the organisation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to turn health and safety requirements into straightforward, workable solutions.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone with a good understanding of health and safety principles who enjoys building relationships, influencing others and helping people find practical solutions.

You'll bring

• Working towards, or committed to achieving, Tech IOSH membership
• Experience applying health and safety principles within operational environments.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• An understanding of audits, inspections, risk management and incident investigation.
• Awareness of contractor management processes and associated documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage colleagues at all levels.
• A pragmatic and customer-focused approach to health and safety.
• A commitment to continuing professional development and IOSH progression.
• Full UK driving licence

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a large and ambitious organisation while helping to create safe environments for colleagues, customers and contractors.

You'll be supported to continue building your expertise, broaden your experience across housing, property, construction and corporate settings, and contribute to meaningful improvements that have a lasting impact on our people and communities.

What we offer

Flexible and hybrid working; many roles support working across our main locations and home.

Performance related pay based on shared success.

A choice of pension schemes with employer contributions of up to 10%.

Employee Assistance Programme that provides 24/7 virtual GP access, prescription service, and talking therapies for you and your family.

Annual allowance of £500 to spend on benefits of your choosing, including healthcare plans, dental care, gym membership and much more.

Generous holiday, occupational sick pay and paid family leave.

Fully funded professional membership, if a requirement of your role.

Continuous learning and development opportunities.

About us

We’re Bromford Flagship LiveWest (BFL), a place-based affordable housing provider supporting almost 300,000 customers across the southwest, central and east of England.

Our purpose is simple and honest: we invest in homes and relationships so that people can thrive. As the UK’s largest provider of new affordable homes, we deliver over 3,000 new homes each year—helping to meet growing demand and build stronger communities.

Why our work matters
The need for safe, affordable housing has never been greater. Rising costs, growing inequality and increasing homelessness are making it harder for people to buy or rent a home. Strong housing associations like BFL play a vital role in providing quality homes and creating opportunities for a better future.

Through place-based working, our teams build progress from the ground up. You’ll find us at the heart of the communities we serve—strengthening neighbourhood relationships, responding quickly to changing needs and planning for the long term.

We’re also a place where people can grow. We give our colleagues the tools and opportunities to build meaningful careers, develop future-ready skills and perform at their best, all within a supportive and inclusive culture guided by our values.

We’re a place for people determined to make a difference.

Bromford Flagship LiveWest. A place to make your own.

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

We’re proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work, thanks to our inclusive, values-driven culture. We know that diverse teams bring out the best in everyone, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.

We are a proud "Disability Confident" (Level 2) and Menopause Friendly employer and have signed the Armed Forces covenant to support those who serve.

We encourage people from all sections of our community to apply for jobs with us. Particularly, we welcome those who have been historically underrepresented in areas of our workforce including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Wherever possible, we offer flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal life, alongside the tools, training, and opportunities you need to develop and succeed in your career.