Health & Safety Advisor

ENS Recruitment; Wickford; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Wickford is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor. The role involves developing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to safety management. A full UK driving license is required as the position may involve travel to client sites. Salary is £33,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Health and Safety within the industry or related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations.
• Ability to interpret and apply safety regulations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain health and safety policies tailored to business needs.
• Conduct risk assessments and inspections to identify hazards.
• Provide training to employees on health and safety matters.

Skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office)

Education

Relevant qualifications (NEBOSH preferred)

Professional certifications (IOSH membership)

Job description

Our client, based in Wickford, Essex are recruiting for an experienced and qualified Health & Safety Advisor. (Ideally NEBOSH qualified). Below, we have set out your roles & responsibility chart for your position as a Health and Safety Advisor. Note you will need to have a full driving licence as you will be required to sometimes travel off site to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines tailored to the specific needs of the business.
• Produce risk assessments and inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend appropriate control measures to mitigate risks effectively.
• Collaborate with relevant personnel to promote a proactive safety culture and ensure adherence to health and safety standards at all times.
• Provide expert advice, guidance, and training to employees, and other stakeholders on health and safety matters, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and evaluate health and safety performance, analysing data, and producing reports to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for enhancing safety initiatives.
• Keep abreast of new legislation, regulations, and industry standards related to health and safety, ensuring compliance and recommending necessary updates to company policies and procedures.
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies, clients, regarding health and safety matters, representing the company's interests and maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess the effectiveness of health and safety programs, identifying non-compliance issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Act as the company's focal point for health and safety communications, promoting awareness campaigns, organizing training sessions, and ensuring effective dissemination of information.
• Travel off-site to clients, contractors and engineers on routine visits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in Health and Safety in the industry or a related field, with a strong understanding of safety requirements and regulations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and best practices, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise safety briefings, training sessions, and written reports.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with the capability to identify potential risks, evaluate hazards, and develop practical solutions.
• Proactive and self‑motivated with the ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications and other relevant software for data analysis and reporting.
• Professional certifications such as IOSH membership (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or other relevant qualifications would be advantageous.

Person Specification

• Problem solving ability.
• Resilience – being able to handle resistance and/or complaints.
• IT literate (Microsoft office).
• Strong listening, verbal, written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be self‑driven and pro‑active.
• Valid Driving Licence.

Other Details

• Based in Wickford, with occasional travel to sites – a full UK driving licence is required.
• H&S experience and ideally a NEBOSH qualification
• Monday to Friday, 08:00‑17:30 (30‑minute break)
• £33,000 per annum

For further information apply today or contact Kim Baker, ENS Commercial Recruitment, Southend.