Health and safety adviser (training advisory and support)

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Estates Department JOB TITLE: Health & Safety Advisor - Training, Engagement & Culture SALARY & HOURS: Band 4, £36,074 - £46,810 pa. depending on experience 35 Hours per week Monday to Friday Full time - Permanent Contract Estates Department Are you passionate about influencing people, developing safety culture and delivering engaging training that makes a real difference? The University of Buckingham is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to help drive positive safety behaviours across our unique and diverse university community. This is not a desk-based compliance role. We are looking for someone who enjoys engaging with people, delivering training, supporting departments and helping staff and students develop the knowledge and confidence to work safely. You will become a trusted advisor across the University, working alongside academic departments, professional services teams, contractors and senior managers to embed a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility. Why Join Us? ? Be part of a growing Health & Safety function. ? Influence safety culture across an entire University community. ? Deliver meaningful training that protects staff, students and visitors. ? Work across academic buildings, laboratories, offices, student residences and event spaces. ? Professional development opportunities and support towards further qualifications. ? Generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme. ? Supportive and collaborative working environment. The Role * Designing and delivering engaging health and safety training programmes. * Advising managers and departments on health and safety matters. * Supporting inspections, audits and compliance activities. * Developing guidance, policies and awareness campaigns. * Promoting best practice and continuous improvement. * Supporting risk management initiatives across the campus. What We're Looking For: Somone who: * Has experience within a Health & Safety advisory role. * Can confidently deliver training and presentations. * Enjoys working with people and influencing positive behaviours. * Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills. * Is proactive, organised and solutions-focused. * Holds, or is working towards, a NEBOSH qualification. If you are passionate about helping people work safely and want to build a rewarding career in Health & Safety, we'd love to hear from you. Work Location: In person on campus We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box, but we are invested in our people and their development, so we encourage you to apply if you believe you have the majority of the skills and experience required and are keen to develop further! What can we offer you? We might be small, but we can still offer plenty of perks! In addition to an Aviva Pension scheme, we offer: * Beautiful working environments across our campuses with plenty of space * Employee Assistance Programme * Christmas closure * On-site gym and exercise classes * On-site catering facilities * University bookshop with staff discount * Free on-site parking * Excellent opportunities to network and continue learning across a variety of departments * Discount of courses for staff and their families Please note: if successful, any offer is subject to standard checks, including qualifications, eligibility to work in the UK on a permanent basis and DBS (if applicable) For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website http://www.buckingham.ac.uk/about/hr/