Health and Safety Officer

Service Care Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 referral bonus upon successful referral

In-house Health and Safety training provided

Job summary

A public sector employer in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Health and Safety Officer. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and involves developing policies, providing expert advice, and managing risk assessments. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in a multi-disciplinary environment. The position offers £35 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Proven experience providing Health and Safety advice in a multi-disciplined organisation.
• Ability to identify hazards, assess risks, and develop effective safe systems of work.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor corporate Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Provide expert advice to management and staff on Health and Safety legislation.
• Manage the Council’s risk assessment process and conduct inspections.

Skills

Strong understanding of Health and Safety legislation

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health

Job description

Health and Safety Officer

Warwickshire Public Sector. Full‑time temporary role on an ongoing basis.

Role

The key purpose of the role is to act as the Council’s competent person for Health and Safety, ensuring compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor corporate Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Provide expert advice to management, directors, and staff on all matters related to Health and Safety legislation and compliance.
• Support housing maintenance and management services, including advice on building and tenant safety and responding to resident inquiries.
• Manage the Council’s risk assessment process, conduct inspections and audits, and undertake complex risk assessments where required.
• Lead investigations into major incidents and ensure accurate recording and reporting, including RIDDOR submissions.
• Deliver in‑house Health and Safety training and promote a culture of continuous improvement across all services.
• Prepare reports, monitor performance indicators, and recommend practical improvements in health and safety management.

Candidate

Required qualifications and experience:

• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
• Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (or equivalent).
• Proven experience providing Health and Safety advice in a multi‑disciplined organisation.

Additional beneficial skills:

• Strong understanding of Health and Safety legislation and best practice, particularly within housing and construction.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and influencing skills.
• Ability to identify hazards, assess risks and develop effective safe systems of work.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.

Remuneration

£35 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £28 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply

Email your up‑to‑date CV to [e-mail] or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

We also cover all construction‑related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If you refer someone who is successful, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.