Health and Safety Officer
6 months
London
Hybrid - Two days per week
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety and DSO Lead to take full ownership of health and safety across multiple departments. Reporting to the Estates and Safety Operations Manager, this role is responsible for driving compliance, strengthening assurance, and embedding excellent safety practices across the organisation.
Acting as the Departmental Safety Officer (DSO), the post holder will implement organisational health and safety policies, oversee day-to-day compliance, and establish a strong, sustainable compliance baseline against T100 and all statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Governance
* Lead health and safety governance across all departments, providing expert advice and assurance to senior managers.
* Use the Health and Safety Committee as the main forum to manage risk, track actions, and hold teams accountable.
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with central safety, estates, fire, and security teams to support safe operations.
Compliance and Risk Control
* Own delivery of the organisation’s T100 position, ensuring all departments maintain accurate and compliant records.
* Maintain the Responsible Persons Register, departmental risk registers, and all key compliance documentation.
* Oversee incident and near-miss reporting, ensuring investigations are completed and lessons learned are shared.
* Produce regular performance and compliance reports for senior leadership.
Training and Capability
* Ensure staff inductions and mandatory training (fire safety, display screen equipment, manual handling, lone working, first aid, etc.) are delivered and recorded.
* Coordinate and support networks of Fire Marshals, First Aiders, and DSE Assessors.
Risk Assessments and Inspections
* Lead statutory risk assessments including general risk, DSE, electrical equipment, and Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs).
* Coordinate pregnancy, lone working, and hazardous materials assessments.
* Conduct workplace inspections and visual equipment audits across all sites.
Emergency Planning
* Maintain up-to-date emergency and evacuation procedures.
* Work with the Estates and Safety Operations Manager to ensure business continuity arrangements are clearly defined and regularly tested.
Facilities Safety
* Support the safe use of all facilities, ensuring electrical equipment is tested, labelled, and logged.
* Procure health and safety-related equipment as required.
Ways of Working
The post holder will demonstrate accountability, collaboration, clear communication, and sound judgement in line with Grade 7 expectations. The role requires confidence to challenge poor practice, influence behaviour change, and make evidence-based decisions, while working constructively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Person Specification
Essential
* NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent Health and Safety qualification (or working towards).
* Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience.
* Strong working knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation and organisational procedures.
* Experience leading health and safety operations across multiple departments.
* Experience managing or mentoring Health and Safety personnel.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
* Proven experience in workplace assessments, incident investigation, and risk analysis.
* Training or experience in emergency planning or business continuity.
Desirable
* Familiarity with incident reporting or compliance management systems.
* Experience working in a large, complex, or multi-site organisation.
If you feel you have the right skills and experience, please apply straight away