A fantastic opportunity has arisen in London for a skilled and knowledgeable H&S professional to join an organisation where your expertise will have genuine impact across a diverse and complex environment — and if you bring experience of the education sector too, this role could be a perfect fit.
The Role
As Senior Health and Safety Advisor, you'll play a leading role in developing, implementing, and maintaining health and safety frameworks across the organisation. You'll be a trusted advisor to managers and stakeholders at all levels, drawing on your experience of working within local authority environments to navigate the unique challenges and requirements that come with the role. Experience of the education sector or public sector would be a distinct advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Providing expert health and safety advice and guidance to managers, staff, and senior stakeholders across the organisation
Developing, reviewing, and implementing health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments
Conducting site inspections, audits, and investigations, producing clear and actionable reports and recommendations
Leading on incident investigation and ensuring appropriate corrective actions are identified and implemented
Supporting the delivery of health and safety training programmes across the organisation
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation including the Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations, and associated statutory requirements
Building strong working relationships with internal teams, external contractors, and regulatory bodies including the HSE
Keeping up to date with changes in health and safety legislation and best practice, particularly within local authority and educational settings What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Health and Safety Advisor or Senior Advisor, with a strong background working within a local authority environment
Experience within the education sector — schools, colleges, or similar — is highly desirable
NEBOSH National General Certificate as a minimum — NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification is preferred
Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH or CMIOSH) is advantageous
Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and its application in complex, multi-site environments
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to advise and challenge at all levels
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong report writing and analytical skills
Based in or within commuting distance of London What's on Offer
Competitive salary dependent on experience
The opportunity to take on a senior, high-impact health and safety role within a well-regarded organisation
A varied and challenging workload across a complex and diverse environment
Genuine scope for career development and progression How to Apply
If you're a Senior Health and Safety Advisor with local authority experience and a drive to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your up-to-date CV and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail
Salary description
£45000.00 - £50000.00 per year