Corporate Health & Safety Manager – Kent based Council (Permanent)
£44,246 – £50,076
37 hours per week
Permanent
OWe are recruiting for a Corporate Health & Safety Manager to act as a Kent based Council’s competent person for Occupational Health & Safety.
This is a senior professional role responsible for leading the Council’s corporate H&S function, embedding a strong safety culture across services, and ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation. You will provide expert advice to senior leaders, develop corporate policies, oversee incident reporting, and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety and wellbeing.
Key responsibilities
Act as the Council’s Competent Person, liaising with enforcing authorities including HSE and Environmental Health
Lead on corporate H&S strategy, policies, and governance arrangements
Develop safe systems of work and promote a proactive safety culture across all services
Provide expert advice to managers and Corporate Management Team on Occupational H&S matters
Develop and deliver H&S training for managers and employees
Investigate accidents and incidents, report under RIDDOR where required, and recommend preventative measures
Analyse accident and incident data, identifying trends and areas for improvement
Support wellbeing initiatives, including stress management and occupational health matters
Chair and contribute to Corporate and Directorate Health & Safety Committees
Work closely with HR on occupational health, DSE, lone working, expectant mothers, and return-to-work processes
Ensure compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and Council policies
Line manage staff within the H&S functionRequirements
NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent Level 6 qualification)
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Occupational H&S roles (Advisor / Officer / Coordinator or similar)
Strong working knowledge of H&S legislation, risk assessment, and control measures
Experience delivering H&S training to managers and staff
Demonstrable experience investigating incidents and implementing improvements
Ability to analyse data and present findings to senior stakeholders
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleContact James at Service Care Solutions
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