Job Description
Our Client, a successful Health and Safety Consultancy based in Staffordshire, are looking for an experienced Health and Safety Consultant to join their growing team.
Starting salary £36,500. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a friendly, supportive team and contribute to the overall growth of the business.
The successful Health and Safety Consultant will be required to:-
* Undertake full Health and Safety legal compliance audits and inspections, including developing tailored legal registers and prioritised action plans.
* Complete site specific risk assessments, including Fire (if qualified), COSHH, Manual Handling and DSE.
* Audit client facilities for compliance with legislation.
* Advise the management team on commercial and technical direction so that the business can adapt to emerging trends.
* Liaise with inspectorates and government organisations on behalf of the client.
* Undertake complex accident and incident investigations.
* Provide technical updates and industry changes to the management team.
* Provide on-site health and safety support (e.g. acting as the interim Health and Safety Consultant/Manager).
* Design and deliver health and safety training and seminars.
* Provide mentoring and expert advice to junior members of the team.
The ideal Health and Safety Consultant will have:-
* 2 years experience in a health and safety related role.
* NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupation Health and Safety or equivalent.
* NEBOSH Construction Certificate (desirable.)
* Technical Member of IOSH or above (Tech IOSH) (highly desirable.)
* Strong understanding of health and safety legislation.
* CDM and Fire experience are advantageous but not essential.
* Ability to write concise, technical reports.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Strong IT skills.
* Logical thinking and problem-solving ability.
* Good commercial awareness.
* Good organisational skills with the ability to work using own initiative and manage own diary.
* Good attention to detail with ability to produce high quality reports and documents.
* A thirst for knowledge with the drive to develop further through training.
* Accountability of own continuous, professional development.
* An adaptable approach with ability to build and maintain strong business relationships.
* Full driving licence essential. Must have access to own vehicle but mileage will be fully expensed by Company.
* Flexibility to travel; after initial training period you are able to work from home if preferred, but you must be willing to travel to client’s sites throughout the UK, with occasional overnight stays if required.
Benefits to include:-
* A competitive basic salary of £36,500 will be offered.
* Hybrid or home working offered after probation period.
* Working hours: Hybrid/office – 9.00am – 5.00pm. Site visits vary with travel time.
* Mileage allowance 45p per mile.
* Mobile phone and laptop.
* Friendly, supportive working environment.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra day for your birthday.
* Start date ASAP.
Please be advised that we are unable to respond to all applicants. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.