3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • Worcestershire Forest District Council is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to provide interim cover for a vacant post. • This role will act as the Council’s day-to-day professional adviser on all health, safety, fire and welfare matters, with a strong on-site presence based at the Depot in Kidderminster. • The postholder will support the delivery and continuous improvement of the Council’s Health and Safety Management System, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and promote a positive health and safety culture across all services. • This is a hands-on, operational role, requiring five days per week on site and close collaboration with managers, employees, trade unions and regulatory bodies. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Act as the Council’s competent professional adviser on health, safety, fire and welfare matters. • Deliver, maintain and audit the Council’s Health and Safety Management System in line with legislation and best practice. • Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and staff on risk assessments, safe systems of work and control measures. • Lead and support workplace inspections, audits and monitoring visits across Council services. • Produce clear reports outlining findings, remedial actions and implementation timescales. • Investigate accidents, incidents and dangerous occurrences, ensuring RIDDOR compliance. • Maintain accurate records of accidents, incidents and work-related ill health and analyse trends. • Develop, review and update health and safety policies, procedures and guidance. • Deliver and coordinate health and safety training, including risk assessment and manual handling. • Work collaboratively with Trade Union Health & Safety Representatives and chair health and safety meetings. • Liaise with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), insurers and other regulatory bodies as required. • Support procurement and contract evaluation by advising on health and safety compliance. • Provide advice in relation to emergency response and critical incidents. • Maintain oversight of the Council’s High Risk Register and escalate significant issues to senior management. Skills/Experience: • Minimum 3 years’ occupational experience in a health and safety advisory role. • Strong working knowledge of health and safety legislation, regulations and best practice. • Experience working within local government or a similar public sector organisation. • Ability to act as a competent person under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations. • Proven experience of conducting audits, inspections and investigations. • Experience of accident reporting and RIDDOR compliance. • Confident advising and influencing senior managers and stakeholders. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Experience delivering health and safety training and presentations. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. • Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office. Additional Information: • Client: Wyre Forest District Council. • Location: Depot – Green Street, Kidderminster (5 days on site). • Hours: 37 hours per week. • Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence required. • DBS: Basic.