About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health & Safety Lead to join our team. This pivotal role focuses on ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations across all operations, with the addition of some property maintenance. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe environment for employees, contractors, and visitors, while ensuring our property assets remain in optimal condition.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Management
• Develop, implement, and review the company’s health and safety policies and procedures in line with current legislation with the support of an external consultant.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, inspections, and audits across properties to identify potential hazards.
• Deliver health and safety training and inductions to staff, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures.
• Maintain up-to-date health and safety records and produce reports for senior management.
Property Maintenance Oversight
• Work closely with the housing providers to ensure safety standards are integrated into all maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory property maintenance obligations, including fire safety, asbestos management, and electrical safety.
• Oversee contractors, ensuring their work complies with health and safety standards and contractual requirements.
• Support the planning and executing of maintenance projects, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum safety.
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Stay updated on changes in health and safety and property maintenance legislation, ensuring timely implementation of necessary adjustments.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Liaise with external bodies, such as HSE inspectors, insurers, and auditors, to ensure compliance and best practices.
Qualifications & Experience
• Proven experience in a health and safety role, ideally having also looked after some property maintenance.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (essential).
• IOSH membership (desirable).
• Knowledge of property-related compliance areas, including fire safety regulations, asbestos management, and building maintenance standards.
• Experience in delivering health and safety training and conducting audits.
Skills & Attributes
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and its practical application.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and health and safety management software.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• 25 days paid holiday plus public holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Blue Light Card
• Refer a friend scheme
All applicants MUST be a car driver and there will be frequent travel from the Eccles base site.
The closing date for applications is 24th Jan 2025
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