Job Description
3 months contract with local authority
The Corporate Health and Safety Adviser is pivotal in cultivating a safe, healthy, and legally compliant workplace. This role bridges regulatory requirements with practical implementation, safeguarding both employees and the organization from harm and liability. The adviser is responsible for identifying risks, developing policies, and fostering a positive culture of health, safety, and compliance. This position ensures adherence to legal duties, conducts audits, and delivers training to prevent accidents and occupational illnesses.
Responsibilities:
* Safety Culture Development:
o Support senior leadership in fostering a proactive safety culture.
o Integrate health, safety, and welfare into daily management across all services.
* Safety Systems and Policy Design:
o Lead the creation and promotion of safety management systems, policies, and procedures.
o Collaborate with managers and safety representatives to implement tailored solutions.
* Legislative Compliance and Professional Standards:
o Stay updated on health and safety legislation and innovations.
o Review and update policies to ensure legal compliance.
o Maintain professional development through IOSH’s CPD scheme.
* Strategic Reporting and Recommendations:
o Provide updates to Directors and Heads of Service on safety performance.
o Offer actionable recommendations to enhance health, safety, and welfare outcomes.
* Auditing and Action Planning:
o Conduct audits of occupational health and safety management systems.
o Develop and monitor action plans to address audit findings.
* Training and Competency Development:
o Advise on training needs and support the development of training plans.
* Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
o Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
o Support health and safety committees and working parties.
* Risk Assessment and Hazard Control:
o Provide expert support in risk assessments and hazard control measures.
* Monitoring and Evaluation of Safety Practices:
o Oversee the implementation of corporate policies and safe working practices.
o Monitor progress on work programmes and ensure effective safety measures.
* Resource Management:
o Assist with monitoring the corporate health and safety budget.
o Oversee departmental safety initiatives and resource allocation.
* Drug and Alcohol Testing Programme:
o Coordinate random testing activities, ensuring confidentiality and proper procedures.
o Support managers and union reps in handling sensitive aspects of the programme.
Requirements
Requirements:
* Proven experience in health and safety management.
* Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Ability to conduct audits and develop action plans.
* Competency in risk assessment and hazard control.
* Experience in training and competency development.
* Flexibility to work out of hours when necessary.
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