Safety Officer

WEBRECRUIT; United States; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer to enhance community safety initiatives. This role involves developing and implementing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a comprehensive understanding of risk management principles. With the flexibility of home-based working and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Home-based working with flexible hours

25 days’ holiday plus additional 3 days at Christmas

Pension (5.5% employer contribution)

Healthcare Cashplan

Annual performance-based salary increase

Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes

Qualifications

• Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management principles.
• Comprehensive understanding of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular risk assessments across all work streams.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Health and Safety Legislation

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Digital Skills

Agile Values & Principles

Job description

Safety Officer

Salary: £30,796 - £35,495 Pro Rata
Location: Home-based UK
Job Type: Permanent
Job Time: Part Time
Hours Per Week: 21
Closing Date: Mon, 12 May 2025

The role

Our client is looking for a Safety Officer to support the development of their new community model where they will be collaborating with local partners and expanding their volunteer network. This role will oversee health and safety practices, developing policies, providing training, and ensuring compliance with legislation and best practices.

What you'll do

1. Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures
2. Act as the main point of contact for all health and safety queries
3. Conduct and support regular risk assessments across all work streams
4. Role model and support good health and safety practices

What you'll need

1. Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management principles
2. Comprehensive understanding of health and safety legislation, regulations, and best practices
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
4. Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of agile values & principles
5. A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position)

What you'll get

1. Home-based working with flexible hours
2. 25 days’ holiday - plus additional 3 days at Christmas (and bank holidays)
3. Pension (5.5% employer contribution)
4. Healthcare Cashplan
5. Annual performance-based salary increase
6. Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes

The Organisation

Our client gives expert support on hearing impairment in young people, raises awareness and campaigns for their rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.

Disability Confidence

Our client is a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification. Please contact them with any accessibility or reasonable adjustment enquiries. Contact details will be available after you apply.