Health & Safety Advisor, Coventry - (Covering 3 sites in Coventry)
Salary £47,000 - £50,000 per annum
Flexible working hours.
Responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Health and Safety standards and practices within the organisation.
This role is designed for an ambitious individual eager to develop their expertise in Health & Safety management.
Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of the company's Health & Safety Management System.
Ensure adherence to company health and safety policies, procedures, and standards.
Support the development and review of new H&S policies and procedures as required.
Monitor changes in health and safety legislation and advise management on necessary adjustments to ensure ongoing compliance.
Manage the process of conducting and reviewing risk assessments (general, specific, and COSHH).
Implement and monitor control measures to mitigate identified risks.
Lead the investigation of all incidents, accidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending corrective and preventative actions.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of incidents to relevant internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies (e.g., HSE, OSHA) as required.
Analyse incident data to identify trends and inform proactive safety initiatives.
Develop and deliver engaging health and safety training programs for all levels of employees, including inductions, specific hazard training, and refresher courses.
Ensure all employees receive appropriate health and safety information and training relevant to their roles.
Promote a strong safety culture through regular communication campaigns and awareness initiatives.
Conduct regular, systematic workplace inspections and audits to identify hazards, assess compliance, and monitor the effectiveness of safety controls.
Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations and track their implementation.
Act as a primary point of contact for health and safety queries from employees and managers.
Collaborate with department heads, line managers, and employee representatives to embed safety practices within operational activities.
Liaise with external bodies such as regulatory authorities, insurers, and external consultants as needed.
Collect, analyse, and report on key health and safety performance indicators (KPIs).
Prepare regular H&S performance reports for senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
Qualifications:
* Degree educated or working towards - Occupational Health & Safety/Environmental Health
* NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent
* Proven ability to conduct risk assessments
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Experience with Auditing/Incident Reporting
* Good Systems skills
* Understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
* Car driver essential