Health, safety and facilities officer

Health, Safety and Facilities Officer

Department for Transport

Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 22nd February 2026

📍 Location: Aldershot (Hybrid)

💷 Salary: £30,485
(A Recruitment and Retention allowance of £500 per annum will be paid to the successful candidate to reimburse their commitment to work up to 90 hours ‘out of hours’ per year, for example when assisting on-site activities, once they have received relevant training)
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

🕒 Contract Type: Permanent – Flexible working, Full-time

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join its business services support team in Aldershot. The role supports health, safety and facilities management, ensuring compliance with legislation and organisational standards. Working within a small, dynamic team, you will assist with operational activities across RAIB facilities and operational sites. This role is key to maintaining a safe, compliant and well‑run working environment, while offering opportunities to develop your knowledge across support and operational functions.

Top Responsibilities

* Assisting with the management of facilities to support the safe and efficient operation of the Aldershot operational site.

* Acting as a focal point, interfacing with the facilities management provider and contractor-led activities.

* Administering and managing kit and equipment testing and calibration requirements to ensure RAIB’s operational preparedness.

* Completing routine vehicle maintenance and safety checks of RAIB response vehicles.

* Managing enquiries and acting as focal point on health, safety and facilities matters, providing advice to stakeholders across the organisation.

Benefits

Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits:

* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here

* 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).

* 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.

* Access to the staff discount portal.

* Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.

* Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.

* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.

* Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

About you

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:

* Practical experience in facilities/estates management and a working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and application within the workplace.

* You will have a flexible approach to work, be self-motivated and willing to learn new areas.

* Organisational skills are essential, with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous outputs requiring frequent communication, organisation, and time management.

* You will have strong communication skills and can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

* Being resourceful, innovative, and adaptable, you’ll respond effectively to the changing needs of the organisation and operational demands.

Essential qualifications/licenses:

* A full UK driving license

You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential qualifications/licenses at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn.

How to Apply
👉 Read the full job description and apply using the link provided.

This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Sunday 22nd February 2026