Working in the public sector you will be required to act as Corporate Health and Safety Officer ensuring compliance and the enforcement of Health and Safety legislation.

Duties:

• To develop, implement and review H&S policies and procedures
• To audit projects and building works to ensure compliance
• To work with department managers to develop and review policy documents and develop Safe Operating Procedures
• To carry out H&S inspections and take any necessary enforcement action
• Conduct random spot inspections for PPE compliance and operating procedures
• To investigate accidents and near misses
• To provide H&S training to employees
• To carry out fire risk assessments, fire drills and terrorism evacuation procedures

Criteria:

• A relevant Environmental Health related qualification
• Demonstrable knowledge, experience and expertise in relation to relevant H&S legislation and best practise.
• Relevant experience in H&S Enforcement and Corporate H&S.
• Demonstrable technical and specialist knowledge.

Skills:

• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to adapt and proactively organise and prioritise work effectively

This is a 6-month temp role to start asap offering 37 hours per week. There could possibly be the option of a permanent contract in the future.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

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