Health and Safety Officer in Warwickshire

Energy Jobline CVL; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client is seeking a Health and Safety Officer in Warwickshire. This full-time temporary position requires the NEBOSH General Certificate and offers £35 per hour. The role involves providing expert advice on Health and Safety compliance and managing risk assessment processes. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and relevant experience.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £250 upon successful placement

Qualifications

• Experience providing Health and Safety advice in a multi-disciplined organisation.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and monitoring corporate Health and Safety policies.
• Providing expert advice related to Health and Safety legislation.
• Managing the Council’s risk assessment process and inspections.
• Leading investigations into major incidents.
• Delivering in-house Health and Safety training.

Skills

Strong understanding of Health and Safety legislation

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to identify hazards

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Technical Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health

Job description

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A client within the Public Sector based in Warwickshire is currently recruiting for a Health and Safety Officer to join their Human Resources Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority in a Health and Safety environment.

The Role

The key purpose of the role is to provide a professional and effective Health and Safety support service, acting as the Council’s competent person for Health and Safety and ensuring compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and monitoring corporate Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Providing expert advice to management, directors, and staff on all matters related to Health and Safety legislation and compliance.
• Supporting housing maintenance and management services, including advice on building and tenant safety and responding to enquiries.
• Managing the Council’s risk assessment process, conducting inspections and audits, and undertaking complex risk assessments where required.
• Leading investigations into major incidents and ensuring accurate recording and reporting, including RIDDOR submissions.
• Delivering in-house Health and Safety training and promoting a culture of continuous improvement across all services.
• Preparing reports, monitoring performance indicators, and recommending practical improvements in health and safety management.

The Candidate

• NEBOSH 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 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.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and is offering £35 per hour Umbrella LTD inside IR35 (approx. £28 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to (url removed) or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed) to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details or forward this information to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

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