Health Safety Wellbeing Assistant

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Plymouth is seeking a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant for a 5-month contract. The successful candidate will support project management initiatives and ensure compliance with health, safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills and a sound understanding of relevant legislation. This role is vital for promoting a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience with health and safety legislation and management systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience supporting health, safety, and wellbeing projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing Health, Safety and Wellbeing projects.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor incident reporting systems.
• Prepare reports and conduct research for strategic planning.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Organisational Skills

Collaboration

Education

Level 3 qualification in IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

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Client:

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

02.07.2025

Expiry Date:

16.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description
5 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary:
• The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Assistant will provide vital technical and coordination support to the Health, Safety and Wellbeing team.
• Working under the supervision of the Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing, the post holder will assist with the delivery of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy by supporting project management, data analysis, and casework administration.
• The role requires excellent organisational skills and a commitment to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and wellbeing across the organisation.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Assist with managing and delivering Health, Safety and Wellbeing projects to agreed timescales.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Health, Safety and Wellbeing records, including monitoring incident reporting systems to ensure compliance with RIDDOR and other relevant legislation.
• Provide the first point of contact for users of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing management system, supporting system administration and user enquiries.
• Support the team in implementing, monitoring, and auditing Health, Safety and Wellbeing management standards to drive continual improvement.
• Prepare reports, capture meeting notes, and conduct research to inform service delivery and strategic planning.
• Manage and triage communications via the generic mailbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses or appropriate escalation.
• Promote a positive Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture, adhering to organisational values and challenging inappropriate behaviour.
• Assist with the preparation and updating of Health, Safety and Wellbeing documentation and guidance.
• Contribute to excellent customer service by liaising with internal teams and external partners.
Skills/Experience: • Sound understanding of Health, Safety and Wellbeing legislation, policies, and management systems.
• Experience working with Health, Safety and Wellbeing electronic management systems and data reporting tools, including Microsoft 365 and Excel.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
• Proven organisational skills, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience supporting Health, Safety and Wellbeing projects and producing clear, concise reports.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and recommend actions.
• Experience of working collaboratively within teams and supporting Health, Safety and Wellbeing practitioners.
Additional Information: • The closing date: 14/07/2025 @17:00.
• Level 3 qualification in IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH National General Certificate, or working towards.


Requirements
• Sound understanding of Health, Safety and Wellbeing legislation, policies, and management systems. • Experience working with Health, Safety and Wellbeing electronic management systems and data reporting tools, including Microsoft 365 and Excel. • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences. • Proven organisational skills, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. • Experience supporting Health, Safety and Wellbeing projects and producing clear, concise reports. • Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and recommend actions. • Experience of working collaboratively within teams and supporting Health, Safety and Wellbeing practitioners.