Join to apply for the Deputy Health and Safety Risk Manager role at North Yorkshire Council
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Deputy Health and Safety Risk Manager role at North Yorkshire Council
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join North Yorkshire Council Shared Health and Safety Service to support the council’s wholly owned company, NY Highways.
We are looking for a talented, experienced HSEQ professional to join our respected team to influence and drive forward company culture. You’ll be at the heart of shaping company culture, influencing strategic direction, and ensuring that safety, quality, and environmental standards are not just met, but exceeded.
This is to support a company, that is committed to fulfilling its HSEQ obligations and as such in the four years of trading it has achieved 9001, 14001 and 45001 standards and want to use this as a platform to drive cultural and organisational change to protect its workforce and those affected by its operations.
What are the key aims?
* Impact: You’ll lead cultural and organisational change that protects people and enhances performance.
* Flexibility: Work from operational hubs across the county, from home, or other council bases, depending on client needs.
* Support: You’ll manage a Health and Safety Adviser and be backed by a large, collaborative team of professionals.
* Development: We invest in our people, your professional fees are paid, and we’re committed to your ongoing growth.
What we’re looking for:
* A Level 5/6 qualification in Occupational Safety and Health (or Level 3 with significant senior experience in highways/construction)
* Proven expertise in implementing and managing Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management Systems
* A proactive, confident leader who can inspire change and deliver results
If you’re ready to be part of something meaningful and want to help shape the future of a company that values safety, innovation, and people – we want to hear from you.
We are committed to delivering excellent services to our clients, so we challenge ourselves and our team to look at ways to continually improve. This requires our team members to think innovatively and be supportive of colleagues which on occasion can be in challenging situations.
In return, we can offer you the opportunity to:
* work for a forward thinking, reputable organisation
* progress your career through continual professional and personal development
* experience diverse portfolios and specialisms
* deliver services on a commercial basis
* operate autonomously using a range of working methods.
* access a range of benefits including generous leave entitlement, flexible working, local government pension scheme, salary sacrifice and employee discount benefits.
Contact:
For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Lisa Burton: 07879435942 or Lisa.Burton@northyorks.gov.uk
Why Work for North Yorkshire Council?
In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.
These include:
* a local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution
* salary sacrifice schemes
* career advancement opportunities
* employee discount benefits including shopping and gym discounts
* green car and cycle schemes
* travel loans
* Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing
You can find more information on the range of benefits we offer on our total rewards page.
Key Dates:
Closing Date: 22nd June 2025
Interview Date: Teams interview 30th June, with in person to follow on the 7th July
Key Documents:
Job Description
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Other
* Industries
Government Administration
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at North Yorkshire Council by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Environmental Health Safety Specialist” roles.
Leeming Bar, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Leeming Bar, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago
Harrogate, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Harrogate, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Redcar, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
Senior Workplace Health and Safety Manager
Darlington, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Stockton-On-Tees, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Kirkby, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
Redcar, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom 15 hours ago
Shildon, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Senior advisor - Continuous water quality monitoring programme - 31091
Darlington, England, United Kingdom 2 hours ago
Senior advisor - Continuous water quality monitoring programme - 31091
Stockton-On-Tees, England, United Kingdom 2 hours ago
Senior advisor - Continuous water quality monitoring programme - 31091
Farnham, England, United Kingdom 2 hours ago
Darlington, England, United Kingdom 2 hours ago
Stockton-On-Tees, England, United Kingdom 2 hours ago
Farnham, England, United Kingdom 2 hours ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr