Health and Safety Practitioner - Trainee

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Glasgow is seeking a Health and Safety Practitioner to provide expert guidance and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have a NEBOSH diploma or equivalent and a strong understanding of safety legislation. The role offers a flexible working pattern, including a potential condensed four-day week, and promotes a culture of inclusion within the workplace.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation and its practical application required.
• Experience in Health and Safety Management Systems is desirable.
• Working towards Chartered Membership of IOSH expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist Health and Safety advice to staff and managers.
• Ensure the highest health, safety and welfare standards are maintained.
• Comply with all statutory requirements.

Skills

Health and Safety Legislation

Risk Assessment

Communication

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Degree level qualification

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde for a Health and Safety Practitioner to join our dedicated Health and Safety Service. The post will provide competent advice and guidance to staff and managers regarding Health and Safety and support a strong culture of safety compliance to ensure the best possible safe working environment for staff and our service users.

The successful candidate will provide specialist Health and Safety advice ensuring that the highest health, safety and welfare standards are maintained for staff and service users. In addition, you will ensure that all statutory requirements are complied with in line with policies and guidance.

Applicants should have in-depth knowledge and understanding of health and safety legislation and its practical application enabling them to provide expert advice on all aspects of health and safety within NHS GGC.

Candidates should be educated to the National Examination Board of Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) diploma or equivalent and hold or be working towards Chartered Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

Alternatively candidates with degree level qualifications and have or working toward the NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification will also be considered subject to Annex 21 of the NHS Scotland Agenda for Change agreement.

Experience in implementing and auditing Health and Safety Management Systems, relevant training and experience working in highly regulated sectors such as Healthcare is desirable but not essential.

The working pattern is dayshift Mon – Fri with a flexible blended approach between home and site depending on activity, additionally, a condensed 4-day working week with a rolling day off is also available subject to agreement.

Previous candidate from the previous post advertised in 2024 should not apply.

Informal Contact: Allan Hughes Health and Safety Manager - [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs

Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognisingmilitary skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

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