Health, Safety And Wellbeing Assistant

Belmont Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant for a full-time position in Plymouth. This role involves supporting health and safety strategies, maintaining safety systems, and offering administrative support. The ideal candidate should have strong organisational skills and experience in health and safety support roles. Competitive pay of £15.80 per hour is offered for this impactful public sector role.

Benefits

Immediate start

Competitive daily rate

Experience in public sector

Flexible work promoting community wellbeing

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administrative or health and safety support roles.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy.
• Act as the first point of contact for staff queries on HSW matters.
• Maintain and monitor the SHE Assure system.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Data management

Customer-focused attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant

Salary: £15.80 Per Hour

Hours: Full-Time, 37 Hours

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Contract Length: 4 Months

Location: Ballard House, Plymouth, PL1 3BJ

Plymouth City Council is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to apply their admin and coordination skills in a meaningful role where they can help shape a safe and supportive working environment for all.

About the Role

As a key member of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) team, you\'ll play a crucial part in delivering projects and services that promote wellbeing and ensure compliance with health and safety standards across the organisation.

You\'ll work closely with the Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing and advisors to coordinate activities, maintain our safety systems, support audits, and provide first-line support to employees on HSW matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy and policy
• Act as the first point of contact for staff queries on HSW matters
• Maintain and monitor the SHE Assure system, ensuring RIDDOR compliance
• Triage and respond to emails via the team\'s shared inbox
• Coordinate audits, meetings, casework and maintain up-to-date HSW records
• Draft reports, analyse safety data, and record meeting actions
• Support the promotion of a positive HSW culture across the organisation
• Assist in the planning and tracking of HSW projects and activities
• Represent the Council in external forums, e.g., South West Councils Safety Panels

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in administrative or H&S support roles
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Confident working with data systems, Microsoft Office, and digital platforms
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures, regulations, or willingness to learn
• Proactive and customer-focused attitude
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise under pressure
• Team player with initiative, attention to detail, and professionalism

What You'll Gain

• Immediate start and competitive daily rate
• Opportunity to work in a high-impact public sector role
• Experience in a forward-thinking and supportive team
• Flexible, meaningful work that promotes community wellbeing
• Build your CV with local government experience in health and safety

If this role sounds of interest please apply with your most recent CV