Health, Safety and Fire Consultant

Search People; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Search People in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Fire Consultant to join their dynamic consultancy team. This role involves conducting health and safety risk assessments and providing tailored solutions across various sectors.

The ideal candidate will possess a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification and have a strong background in fire safety and health regulations, along with excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is required.
• Recognised fire safety qualification needed.
• Proficient in conducting fire risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of relevant health and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction.
• Experience within consultancy or relevant sectors.
• Ability to work independently or within a team.
• Experience in multi-site project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety and fire risk assessments.
• Develop tailored health and safety documentation.
• Produce management reports with actionable recommendations.
• Advise clients on health and safety protocols.
• Deliver training on safety management systems.
• Perform safety inspections and audits.

Skills

NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

Fire safety qualification

Consultancy experience

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Strong communication skills

Experience in automotive, engineering, or manufacturing

Proactive attitude

Experience in multi-site environments

Job description

We are excited to be recruiting for an experienced and qualified Health, Safety & Fire Consultant to join a prestigious, fast-growing consultancy that is passionate about delivering exceptional health, safety, and fire safety solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors, including residential, care, and commercial environments. The role offers excellent development and progression opportunities within a supportive and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety risk assessments, fire risk assessments, and safety audits across various client sites, including residential properties, care homes, and multi-site environments
• Develop bespoke health and safety documentation and management systems tailored to clients’ needs
• Create detailed fire risk assessments and specific client risk assessments, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards, including PAS 79
• Produce comprehensive health and safety management reports and provide actionable recommendations to improve safety practices
• Advise, guide, and coach clients on the implementation of health, safety, and fire safety procedures, ensuring alignment with current legislation
• Deliver client training on health and safety management systems and fire safety protocols
• Conduct safety inspections and audits to ensure best practices are maintained across client sites
• Identify client requirements through site surveys and provide tailored solutions to meet their needs

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification (essential
• Recognised fire safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Certificate
• Proven experience in a consultancy environment, with a strong background in conducting fire risk assessments and health and safety audit
• Excellent knowledge of current health and safety legislation and fire safety regulations, particularly within the residential and care sector
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and advise clients at all level
• Experience in an automotive , engineering or manufacturing environment
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience working in multi-site environments and delivering tailored solutions to diverse client

What’s on Offer

• A competitive salary and excellent company benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive and inclusive team culture within a high-profile consultant
• The chance to work with a wide range of clients and make a tangible impact on health, safety, and fire safety practice

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced Health, Safety & Fire Consultant looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or call us for an informal chat about this role and other opportunities we are currently recruiting.