We have an exciting opportunity within our Health and Safety Team for a Health and Safety Officer. The successful candidate will be required to maintain a high standard of health and safety compliance across the college, provide proactive and reactive support for incidents, and ensure a safe environment for staff, students, and visitors. Essential: • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification. • Proven experience in health and safety management within an educational or similar environment. • Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance requirements. • Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations. • Ability to deliver training and communicate effectively at all levels. • Competent in DSE assessments and ergonomic advice. • Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills. • Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies. • Proficient in Microsoft Office and health and safety management systems. Desirable: • Experience with fire risk assessments and emergency planning. • First Aid qualification. • Knowledge of health surveillance processes in workshop environments. • IOSH Managing Safely or higher-level qualification. This role will be fixed term for 9 months maternity cover. As a college employee you will be entitled to the following benefits:- Holiday - 30 days holiday Plus Bank holidays College closure days Employee Assistance Programme Local Government Pension Scheme Continued Professional Development Free breakfast at most campuses (term time) Free parking subject to obtaining a parking permit Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more! Please note: South Essex College is closed for the festive period from Wednesday 24th December 2025, reopening on Friday 2nd January 2026. During this time, emails will not be monitored. If you are having difficulties logging onto our system please email [... Click Apply... ] and a member of the team will respond to any enquiries upon our return.