Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant

Neway International Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency is looking for a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant to provide maternity cover. You will support health and safety initiatives, assist with risk assessments, and liaise with internal teams to promote wellbeing. The ideal candidate should have strong organisational skills, experience in health and safety administration, and a commitment to a positive workplace culture. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, and is based in Plymouth.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience in health and safety administration or HR support.
• Familiarity with workplace wellbeing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives across the organisation.
• Assist with risk assessments, incident reporting, and compliance monitoring.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Experience in health and safety administration

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant

Location: Plymouth City Council

Contract: 1 October 2025 – 27 February 2026 (Maternity Cover)

Hours: 37 per week | Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30

Plymouth City Council is seeking a proactive and organised Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant to provide short-term maternity cover within the Customer and Corporate Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a dynamic HR function and contribute to a safe, healthy, and supportive working environment across the council.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives across the organisation
• Assist with risk assessments, incident reporting, and compliance monitoring
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with council policies
• Liaise with internal teams to promote wellbeing and ensure safe working practices
• Provide administrative support to the Health, Safety and Wellbeing team

Ideal Candidate

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Experience in health and safety administration or HR support
• Familiarity with workplace wellbeing initiatives
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• A commitment to promoting a positive and inclusive workplace culture