Overview
Health & Safety Advisor — Wilson James is a leading provider of security, logistics and aviation services, with over 5,000 employees across the UK. We are trusted by some of the world9;s most respected brands to deliver innovative, high-quality services that keep people, property, and operations safe.
Role type: Permanent
Location: London
Hours: Full time, 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday
Pay: £40,000 per annum
We are now seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to join our Security Division, playing a vital role in strengthening our safety culture, governance, and performance across diverse contracts and environments.
Responsibilities
* Monitor and ensure H&S compliance across the Security Division, meeting KPIs and client standards.
* Develop and audit safe systems of work and conduct safety inspections and site-based audits.
* Lead and assist in incident investigations, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
* Champion a positive safety culture through briefings, campaigns, and local engagement.
* Deliver safety training and support contract mobilisation processes.
* Liaise with client safety representatives, attending meetings, tours, and forums.
* Maintain accurate monitoring and reporting records using Notify and client safety platforms.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to safety transformation initiatives.
Benefits
* Annual leave entitlement of 22 days.
* Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme.
* Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.
* Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
* Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents.
* Financial support
* Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
* Progression opportunities – many of our team go on to senior and site management roles
* A welcoming, respectful team culture
* Cycle to Work scheme
Essential Requirements
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a Health & Safety role.
* NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
* Strong technical knowledge of health and safety compliance and governance.
* Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
* Skilled communicator with strong report writing and IT proficiency.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
* Demonstrated commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
* Experience using digitalised safety platforms.
Desirable
* Previous experience in the Security industry.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Trainer/Assessor (Level 3) certificate.
* SIA Licence (DS or SO).
Interested? Apply now
Interested? Apply now to secure your future with us.
Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications.
Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability
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