3 month contract role with a Local Authority Job Summary: • The Senior Safety & Resilience Officer (Health & Safety Compliance Officer – Waste Services) supports the delivery of safe, compliant, and efficient waste and recycling operations across Rugby Borough. • The role focuses on ensuring adherence to UK health and safety legislation, conducting inspections and investigations, and promoting a strong safety culture within frontline operational teams. • It combines compliance oversight, on-site monitoring, and proactive risk management, including the use of CCTV systems. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, including HASAWA, COSHH, and RIDDOR. • Develop, implement, and review risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW). • Conduct audits, inspections, and operational monitoring across depots and collection routes. • Use CCTV systems to monitor safety behaviours and investigate incidents. • Investigate accidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences, identifying root causes. • Deliver training, toolbox talks, and support workforce competency. • Monitor vehicle and equipment safety, including refuse collection vehicles and lifting equipment. • Oversee contractor and agency worker compliance with H&S standards. • Support occupational health initiatives and promote workforce wellbeing. • Contribute to emergency planning and incident response readiness. • Maintain accurate records and produce reports to support continuous improvement. • Promote and embed a positive health and safety culture across operational teams. Skills/Experience: • Proven experience in a health and safety role within a high-risk operational environment. • Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance requirements. • Experience in risk assessment development and incident investigation. • Ability to influence and engage frontline staff and stakeholders. • Strong communication and reporting skills. • Experience conducting inspections, audits, and compliance monitoring. • Ability to work independently across multiple operational sites. • Competent in analysing safety data and identifying trends. • Experience in waste services or local authority environment. • NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent). • Experience using CCTV for monitoring and investigations. Additional Information: • Bi-Weekly Payments. • Based across Rugby Borough, including depots and operational sites. • Requires regular site visits, ride-alongs, and field-based monitoring. • Early morning working (from 07:00) and flexibility required. • 37 hours per week.