Job summary

Our client, a London Borough, is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their team. As a Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for the Health and Safety works program for the borough

Key skills required for this role

Health and Safety

Important

Health and Safety Manager

Job description

Introduction

Our client, a London Borough, is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their team. As a Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining the health and safety and risk function within the Traded Services Division. You will ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and corporate standards while promoting a culture of continuous improvement in health, safety, and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic health and safety support to strategic directors, managers, and staff
• Act as the competent person, offering professional advice, guidance, support, and assistance
• Promote and drive continuous improvement in health, safety, and well-being
• Manage and update health and safety information on the council's intranet and web portal
• Produce concise and accurate monthly/annual reports on health and safety performance
• Conduct departmental health and safety audits and report findings to management
• Provide assistance and advice in serious incident panels and investigations
• Identify and address health and safety non-compliance and escalate when necessary
• Participate in contractor tender evaluation and selection panels
• Engage and communicate with enforcing authorities, stakeholders, and staff
• Represent the council at external forums, investigations, and networking events

Job Context

Your role as a Health and Safety Manager is crucial in ensuring a corporate approach to health and safety throughout the council. You will provide advice, guidance, and assistance on a range of health, safety, and well-being matters. This includes developing and maintaining relevant policies and procedures, monitoring and reporting on health and safety performance, and fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Significant experience in health and safety management
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations
• Ability to develop and implement corporate health and safety policies and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in conducting audits and producing reports
• Project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Qualification in health and safety or a related field (e.g. NEBOSH Diploma)