Safety, Health and Compliance Officer

Stroud District Council; Stroud; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Stroud District Council is seeking a Safety, Health and Compliance Officer to join our Assets and Investment team in Stroud. You will ensure regulatory and statutory compliance across our housing portfolio and promote a positive health and safety culture.

You will lead auditing, compliance monitoring, incident investigation, policy development and contract management, and provide specialist advice on risk management to drive continual improvement towards standards such as ISO 45001.

Qualifications

• Experience in a health and safety or compliance role.
• Practical understanding of health and safety legislation, risk management and compliance assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead auditing, compliance monitoring and incident investigation.
• Develop policies, manage contracts and deliver health and safety training.
• Provide specialist advice and support risk management activities to drive continual improvement toward ISO 45001.

Skills

Health and safety

Compliance

Auditing

Contractor management

Incident investigation

Risk management

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

TechIOSH (or equivalent)

Job description

Stroud District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority located in one of the country's most attractive areas. Sustainability sits at the heart of everything we do, helping us create thriving communities and a great place to work.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Safety, Health and Compliance Officer to join our Assets and Investment team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping ensure the Council meets its regulatory and statutory responsibilities across our housing portfolio. The role supports compliance across a range of specialist areas including asbestos, legionella, radon, fire safety, gas safety, electrical safety and lifts, whilst promoting a positive health and safety culture throughout the service.

Working closely with managers, supervisors, contractors and stakeholders, you will lead on auditing, compliance monitoring, incident investigation, policy development, contract management and the delivery of health and safety training. You will be responsible for providing specialist advice, supporting risk management activities and helping drive continual improvement towards recognised standards such as ISO 45001.

We are looking for someone with experience in a health and safety or compliance role who can demonstrate a practical understanding of health and safety legislation, risk management and compliance assurance. You will hold a NEBOSH General Certificate and TechIOSH (or equivalent) and possess excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Experience of auditing, contractor management, incident investigation and working within property, construction or social housing environments would be particularly advantageous.

This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive individual who enjoys working collaboratively, influencing positive change and making a real difference to the safety of customers, colleagues and contractors.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.

For an informal discussion, please contact Lauren Wheeler, Safety, Health and Compliance Manager, by email at [e-mail]

CLOSING DATE: 30th October 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: 11th November 2026

In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm we provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information: https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-us

A local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services. Potential changes are provisionally timetabled for April 2028. We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government.

It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities.

We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates and value the diverse lived experiences they bring.

We recognise the wide range of cognitive strengths that contribute to delivering high-quality services.

We are committed to ensuring that every applicant can participate fully and fairly in our recruitment process. To support this, we offer workplace adjustments at every stage. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements as we are here to help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable experience for all.

Please be advised that the Council is unable to provide sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an existing right to work in the UK.

Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council's HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children.

Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. Its green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website: Stroud District - The Natural Place