Remote Health & Safety Advisor – ISO 45001 Audits

Principal People; Oldham; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal People is recruiting a Health and Safety Advisor for a health and social care charity. The role is home-based with site visits across the North of England, offering flexibility and autonomy while supporting external ISO 45001 audits.

You will report to the National Health and Safety Manager and join a dedicated team focused on safety excellence, continuous improvement, and staff wellbeing. This position combines field visits with remote guidance.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or Level 6 qualification is required.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work remotely and autonomously.
• Experience in charity, care, NHS, local government or support services is desirable.
• Understanding or experience of auditing and management systems.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites in the Northern region.

Responsibilities

• Visit sites around the Northern region roughly twice a month in preparation for ISO 45001 audits.
• Provide health and safety guidance to management and staff via site visits and remote support.
• Ensure safety processes and policies are in place and compliant with legislation and best practice.
• Review safety reporting and provide regular management reports with recommendations.
• Monitor incidents and support investigations as needed.

Skills

Organisational skills

Remote autonomy

Driving licence

Auditing experience

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification

Job description

Principal People is recruiting a Health and Safety Advisor for a health and social care charity. The role is home-based with site visits across the North of England, offering flexibility and autonomy while supporting external ISO 45001 audits.

You will report to the National Health and Safety Manager and join a dedicated team focused on safety excellence, continuous improvement, and staff wellbeing. This position combines field visits with remote guidance.