Senior Health & Safety Advisor - Policy, Training & Compliance

Rochdale Council; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochdale Council is seeking a Senior Safety Adviser to provide expert consultancy on health and safety standards across the Council. You will influence policy, support service areas, and help maintain a safe and compliant environment for staff and residents.

The role involves managing accident data, conducting investigations, designing training, and promoting a positive safety culture, with opportunities to represent the Council at internal and external meetings.

Qualifications

• Senior health and safety professional with consultancy experience.
• Experience advising across council-wide services.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support on health and safety across the Council.
• Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage accident and incident data, investigations, and reports.
• Design and deliver health and safety training.
• Monitor compliance through audits and recommend improvements.
• Represent the Council at meetings, presenting reports and professional advice.

Skills

Health and Safety

Risk assessment

Policy development

Auditing

Training delivery

Consultancy

Job description

Rochdale Council is seeking a Senior Safety Adviser to provide expert consultancy on health and safety standards across the Council. You will influence policy, support service areas, and help maintain a safe and compliant environment for staff and residents.

The role involves managing accident data, conducting investigations, designing training, and promoting a positive safety culture, with opportunities to represent the Council at internal and external meetings.