Health & Safety Advisor

Blue Oak Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Health & Safety Advisor to help implement safety policies and ensure compliance in Leeds. This role involves conducting site inspections, delivering training, and analyzing safety data. Ideal candidates will have experience in health & safety, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach. Opportunity for career growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a health & safety role (advisory or assistant level).
• Ability to influence and advise teams at all levels.
• Interest in creating safe and compliant workplaces.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of health & safety policies.
• Support site audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Analyze safety data and identify trends.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Conduct regular site inspections for hazards.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Health & Safety Advisor to join their team and support the Health & Safety Manager in maintaining a safe, compliant, and positive working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in health and safety while making a direct impact across the organisation.

The Role

As a Health & Safety Advisor, you will play a key part in promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with legislation and company standards. Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you will help implement policies, monitor workplace activities, and provide guidance to teams to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the development and implementation of health & safety policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Supporting site audits, inspections, and incident investigations to ensure continuous improvement.
• Maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and updating safety documentation.
• Collecting and analysing data on near misses, incidents, and accidents to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Ensuring corrective actions are recorded, tracked, and completed on time.
• Delivering toolbox talks, safety briefings, and induction sessions for new starters.
• Conducting regular site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe practices, or compliance gaps, and ensuring PPE and safety equipment are properly maintained.

The Candidate

We are looking for an individual with:

• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise teams at all levels.
• A proactive and hands-on approach, with the confidence to challenge unsafe practices.
• Attention to detail and the ability to analyse safety data and spot trends.
• Previous experience in a health & safety role (advisory or assistant level).
• A genuine interest in creating safe, compliant, and positive workplaces.

Why This Role

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step up into an advisory role or further develop their expertise in health & safety. You will join a supportive team, gain exposure to key safety initiatives, and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of staff across the business.

If you are motivated, safety-conscious, and looking to advance your career in health & safety, we would like to hear from you. The role is based in Leeds but will include travel nationally to sites. A full driving licence is essential.