Occupational/Corporate Health And Safety Officer
Location: Nuneaton, CV11 5AA
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6+ months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 21.47 per hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)
Job Responsibilities
Collaborate with managers to complete health and safety actions on time.
Conduct health and safety audits, inspections, and accident investigations.
Provide advice, support, and training on health and safety responsibilities.
Promote the Council’s Vision and core values.
Ensure personal and others' health and safety at work.
Help deliver and review service standards and performance targets.
Lead and assist in health and safety projects and objectives.
Support the development of health and safety strategies.
Recommend technology improvements for health and safety data management.
Ensure equal opportunities and customer care in all tasks.
Develop and implement health and safety management systems.
Deliver Toolbox Talks and training on health and safety topics.
Stay updated on health and safety legislation and advise the Council.
Communicate complex issues to internal and external parties.
Monitor and drive corporate health and safety strategy.
Support accident investigations and risk assessments.
Prepare reports on health and safety issues and recommend actions.
Collaborate with employees and unions for compliance.
Manage claims arising from workplace accidents.
Research and develop health and safety policies and procedures.
Person Specifications
Must Have
Experience providing health and safety advice.
Experience in health and safety audits.
Experience delivering health and safety training.
Level 6 NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, or willingness to obtain.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks.
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Packages.
Ability to travel to various sites.
Nice to Have
Experience in local government or unionized environments.
Experience managing a team.
Qualification in training or willingness to obtain.
Knowledge of customer care principles.
Ability to challenge ideas and find innovative solutions.
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