Health And Safety Consultant (Scotland)

Shirley Parsons Ltd; Dumfries; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consultancy in Dumfries seeks a Health and Safety Consultant to deliver services mainly to SME businesses. The role is home-based with regional travel required. Candidates should have a strong background in Health and Safety, ideally with relevant qualifications and IOSH membership. This position offers a salary of £40,000 to £48,000 per annum plus benefits including a £5,000 car allowance.

Benefits

£5,000 car allowance

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in Health and Safety and Fire Risk Assessments in various sectors.
• Membership with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Health and Safety services including Risk Assessments and training.
• Act as the 'Competent Person' for your client portfolio.
• Ensure client matters are handled smoothly and responsively.
• Generate ideas for improving client service.

Skills

Health and Safety experience

Fire Risk Assessment experience

Strong verbal communication skills

Education

Health and Safety qualification (diploma or degree)

Job description

Health and Safety Consultant – Scotland (South)

Scotland – Dumfries / Galashiels / Surrounding areas, Permanent, £40,000 to £48,000 per annum + £5,000 car allowance and benefits.

Overview

Shirley Parsons has partnered with an established consultancy who has an opening for a Health and Safety Consultant. The postholder will be responsible for covering client sites in South Scotland and surrounding areas, delivering Health and Safety services to mainly SME businesses. This opportunity is home‑based and will suit candidates residing in South Scotland, with the ability to commit to regional travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Delivering Health and Safety services to clients including Risk Assessments, Fire Risk Assessments, auditing, reporting, and training.
• Act as the “Competent Person” on behalf of the company for your client portfolio.
• Ensure all client matters are progressed smoothly and respond to telephone and email queries in a timely fashion.
• Generate and communicate ideas for improvement in service to clients to the Regional Manager.

Qualifications

• Health and Safety and Fire Risk Assessment experience in Consultancy or multiple sectors.
• Ideally have a diploma or degree level Health and Safety qualification.
• Membership with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to build excellent working relationships.