Health & Safety Adviser
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Working hours
This role is available on a part‑time, job‑share or full‑time basis.
Location
Fareham or Swindon – hybrid working from home.
The opportunity
Join our Health & Safety Team and help deliver effective H&S governance, systems, processes, and controls across the UK. You will travel as needed to ensure we meet all legislative and company requirements, maintain high H&S standards for employees and stakeholders, and support ongoing improvement in our H&S performance. Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways. Please discuss any flexibility you may need at interview.
What will you be doing?
* Promote a company‑wide positive health and safety culture.
* Provide guidance and support to management and employees on safety‑related matters.
* Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to promote safety initiatives and ensure the integration of safety practices into daily operations.
* Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential safety issues and ensure compliance with established safety protocols.
* Assess workplace hazards and risks and recommend appropriate measures to mitigate them.
* Update and maintain accurate records and essential documentation in relation to the H&S systems.
* Support the training delivery function for employees.
* Manage the team mailbox queries and responses in a timely manner.
* Maintain and further develop the management of contractors H&S approval process.
* Other H&S and admin tasks as allocated by the H&S Manager.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious individual with strong attention to detail who is approachable, collaborative, and able to build and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Experience of working in a Health and Safety environment with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels.
* Proficiency in safety auditing, inspection and identifying hazards.
* Excellent IT skills.
* Attention to detail and the ability to enforce safety procedures and protocols.
* Ability to interpret and provide authoritative advice on health and safety and risk management issues.
You will need:
* NEBOSH General Certificate.
* Be a member of the Institution of the Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Tech IOSH or working towards it.
* A full valid driving licence.
What will you get in return?
Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits include a 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme, an annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
Who we are
At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company.
Our Culture
Our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We’re committed to treating all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.
We place great importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, offering access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.
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