Health & Safety Advisor

Mpa Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to enhance safety in healthcare. The role involves advising on compliance, managing multi-site safety processes, and developing health and safety policies. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience, with a focus on creating a safe working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Access to CPD and training

Contribution to major safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree and NEBOSH Certificate required.
• 3+ years experience as an H&S Advisor preferred.
• Current IOSH membership is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on health & safety.
• Implement health & safety legislation and risk assessments.
• Coordinate the Face Fit Testing Programme.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Training delivery

Understanding of H&S legislation

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree and NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety

3+ years’ experience as an H&S Advisor and NEBOSH-certified

Working towards or current IOSH membership

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Knockbracken Healthcare Park, BT88BH
Hours: Full-Time
Pay: £19.10 per hour

Contract: Temporary

Are you passionate about creating a safe and compliant working environment within healthcare? We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Health & Safety Advisor to join a dynamic governance and risk team. This is your chance to help shape health & safety best practice in a critical frontline organisation, ensuring safety, compliance and operational efficiency across the Trust.

What You’ll Do:

As part of the Trust’s Risk Management Team, you will:

• Provide specialist advice on all aspects of health & safety to Directors, managers, and staff.
• Lead on the implementation of health and safety legislation, risk assessments and incident reporting.
• Support the development, communication and implementation of H&S policies and procedures.
• Liaise with HSENI and statutory bodies as necessary and ensure RIDDOR compliance.
• Coordinate and manage the Trust’s Face Fit Testing Programme for respiratory protective equipment across multiple sites.
• Create and manage a panel of fit testers, ensuring ongoing training, resources and stock.
• Develop and maintain robust data reporting systems for fit testing and health & safety audits.
• Deliver training sessions and contribute to health & safety improvement plans.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external agencies (HSENI, PHA, HSCB, etc.).

Essential Criteria:

• Degree and NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent)
• Or 3+ years’ experience as an H&S Advisor and NEBOSH-certified
• Working towards or current IOSH membership
  
• Experience managing multi-site safety processes and developing admin systems
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Key Skills Required:

• Excellent communication and training delivery
• Strong understanding of H&S legislation in healthcare or public sector
• Ability to work independently and manage high workloads under pressure
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Strong organisation and problem-solving ability

Why Apply?

• Be part of a values-driven team making a direct impact on staff and patient safety
• Enjoy a flexible and collaborative working environment
• Access to CPD, training, and structured progression
• Contribute to major safety initiatives across NIAS

How to apply:

Submit your CV to [e-mail] or call 02895 211 111 for more information.

MPA Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.