Risk, Health and Safety Advisor, Band 7

NHS; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Risk, Health and Safety Advisor. You will ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, implement safety measures, and advise on risk assessments and audits. This role requires strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Generous Leave

NHS Pension

Discounts

On-site Nurseries

Health Initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in risk assessments, safety audits, and policy review.
• Ability to support health and safety training and understand legislative requirements.

Responsibilities

• Advise on compliance, undertake risk assessments, audits, and workplace inspections.
• Analyze health, safety, and risk data, prepare and present reports.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Risk Assessment

Policy Review

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

GCSEs including Mathematics and English

Job description

Job summary

We have an opportunity to join the Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Risk, Health and Safety Advisor.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Risk, Health and Safety Advisor, ideally with a strong public sector background. You'll play a key role in ensuring that the Trust and employees comply with health and safety legislation and that safety policies and practices are implemented and adhered to. You'll plan, implement, monitor, and review proactive and preventative safety measures.

We are seeking someone with strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Health and safety advisers primarily protect our employees, patients, and the public. Therefore, you'll need a blend of soft and technical skills to succeed.

Main duties of the job

• Advise on compliance, undertake risk assessments, audits, and workplace inspections, and recommend solutions and remedial actions.
• Carry out incident investigations, design and deliver health and safety training, and review policies.
• Analyze health, safety, and risk data, prepare and present reports, and ensure good governance of the risk register.
• Work proactively with minimal supervision and respond to the dynamic needs of an NHS organization.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the center of everything we do, working together as a united team. We value every contribution and support our vibrant, diverse communities and each other.

With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest employer in Gloucestershire and among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West. Joining us offers an excellent package, flexible working, and valuable experience in an innovative hospital environment, including benefits like generous leave, NHS pension, discounts, on-site nurseries, and health initiatives.

Details

• Date posted: 15 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per year (pro rata if part-time)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Location: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Interpreting health and safety legislation and best practices for the organization and stakeholders.
• Conducting hazard identification, risk assessments, manual handling, and COSHH assessments.
• Undertaking surveys, audits, and inspections, advising on solutions and remedial actions.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Developing and reviewing policies.
• Designing and delivering health and safety training for staff.
• Advising on safety equipment and liaising with suppliers.
• Analyzing safety data, preparing reports, and presenting at committees.
• Outlining operational procedures considering hazards.
• Providing incident and risk updates to the Divisional Board.
• Tracking trends, ensuring action plans, and learning lessons.
• Maintaining the Divisional Risk Register using the Trust software.
• Reviewing national guidance and safety alerts for local practice.
• Ensuring timely completion of RIDDOR reports.
• Staying updated on national recommendations and ensuring compliance.
• Considering human factors in incident management.
• Implementing safety improvement programs within the division.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience (Essential):

• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (Level 6) or equivalent.
• GCSEs including Mathematics and English.
• Experience in risk assessments, safety audits, and policy review.
• Ability to support health and safety training and understand legislative requirements.
• Experience with risk registers, incident investigations, and data analysis.

Desirable qualifications include ergonomic assessor certification, IOSH membership, and investigation qualifications.

Additional requirements

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, and applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more information, see the NHS Careers website.