Health and Safety Officer Facilities & Stadium Operations · The City Ground

Nottingham Forest; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Health and Safety Officer to ensure a safe working environment for all. This role involves a mix of practical on-site work and compliance-based tasks, focusing on health and safety regulations. The successful candidate will conduct risk assessments, lead accident investigations, and provide training to staff. If you are passionate about promoting safety and have the necessary qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Access to event tickets

Employee Assistance Programme

High street and gym discounts

Club shop discount

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in health and safety roles, preferably in sports.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and lead accident investigations.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Risk Management

Accident Investigation

Training and Induction

Strong Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

First Aid or Fire Safety Qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Health and Safety Software

Job description

Salary: Please state your expectations within your application

Contract: Full Time, 42 hours a week

Location: The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ

Working Arrangements: On site

Closing Date For Applications:9th May 2025

About the Role:

We are seeking a hands-on, NEBOSH-qualified Health and Safety Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors by enforcing health and safety regulations and promoting a culture of safety within the organisation. The role involves a balance of practical, on-site involvement and compliance-based administrative work to meet legal and organisational health and safety standards.

The Perks of the Job:

• Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to high street and gym discounts.
• Discount within our Club shop.
• Free on-site parking.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation (HSE), industry standards, and company policies, including risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work.
• Risk Management: Identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, and recommend mitigation strategies. Ensure that risks are communicated effectively to staff and contractors.
• Accident Investigation: Lead the investigation of accidents and incidents, producing detailed reports, and identifying root causes. Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Site Inspections and Audits: Conduct regular on-site safety inspections, audits, and monitoring of workplace conditions to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Training & Induction: Deliver health and safety training, inductions, and toolbox talks to employees and contractors to ensure understanding and adherence to safety protocols.
• Policy Development & Review: Assist in the development, review, and implementation of health and safety policies, procedures, and manuals to align with current legislation and best practices.
• Emergency Preparedness: Plan and organise emergency procedures (e.g., fire drills) and ensure all employees are aware of their responsibilities in an emergency.
• PPE Management: Monitor the provision and correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on-site.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate health and safety records, including risk assessments, accident/incident reports, training records, and audit results.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote a proactive safety culture and continuously look for ways to improve health and safety standards across the organisation.

What are we looking for:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent is essential.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a hands-on health and safety role, preferably in the sports and entertainment industry.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and accident investigations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with health and safety software systems.

Desirable:

• IOSH membership or higher-level NEBOSH qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma).
• First Aid or Fire Safety qualifications.
• Experience in working with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 45001).

Forest For Everyone

We aim to create a culture which embraces and celebrates our differences, enables individuals to feel comfortable, maximise their potential and eliminate discrimination.

Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Nottingham Forest Football Club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code. We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.

Disability Confident Committed Employer

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

If you are likely to meet the definition of being a "disabled person" according to theEquality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via theDisability Confident Scheme- please indicate this in your application form below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment selections.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

As part of the Club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service (“DBS”) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the Club will act in a proportionate manner when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment.

An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments to the Club. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs that may have been incurred. The Club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the Club and the PL's safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of the employment.