Health and Safety Advisor
Location: Newcastle
Job Type: Full-time / PermanentWe are seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Advisor to support the Director of Health and Safety in enhancing our clients Health and Safety Management Systems and processes. This role is crucial in fostering a culture of best practice health and safety across our business and property portfolio, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory regimes.
Day-to-day of the role:
Contribute to the delivery and enhancement of safety and health management and safety culture.
Provide health and safety advice and guidance to colleagues, contributing to problem-solving.
Undertake health and safety inspections and audits at various sites.
Coordinate health and safety internal audit and risk management processes.
Conduct face-to-face DSE assessments and follow up on actions.
Create Risk and Control Matrices (RACMs) and process maps as required.
Manage the administration of the health and safety management systems, including leading improvement projects for systems and processes.
Manage the collection and auditing of health and safety information from internal and external stakeholders.
Produce key health and safety information for the business, including assisting in the preparation of reports for the Board, Executive Team, Health and Safety Committee, and Departments.
Monitor internal and external health and safety audit schedules, produce audit reports, communicate findings, and monitor action plans.
Assist with the review of health and safety policies and procedures.
Collate, monitor, and follow up on accidents/incidents and collate RIDDOR information where required.
Coordinate health and safety training, identify training needs, and, where needed, create and deliver training to colleagues.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Previous experience in a similar role.
Demonstrable knowledge, understanding, and experience of using health and safety management systems.
Excellent knowledge of managing spreadsheets, databases, and producing reports.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Excellent written and oral communication skills for internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Self-motivated, able to work well under pressure and independently.
NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or similar is highly desirable.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Supportive team environment focused on promoting best practices