Occupational/Corporate Health And Safety Officer

Job Description:

Occupational/Corporate Health And Safety Officer
Location: Nuneaton, CV11 5AA
Start Date: ASAP                                               
Contract Duration: 6+ months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 21.47 per hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)
 
Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with managers to complete health and safety actions on time.

• Conduct health and safety audits, inspections, and accident investigations.

• Provide advice, support, and training on health and safety responsibilities.

• Promote the Council’s Vision and core values.

• Ensure personal and others' health and safety at work.

• Help deliver and review service standards and performance targets.

• Lead and assist in health and safety projects and objectives.

• Support the development of health and safety strategies.

• Recommend technology improvements for health and safety data management.

• Ensure equal opportunities and customer care in all tasks.

• Develop and implement health and safety management systems.

• Deliver Toolbox Talks and training on health and safety topics.

• Stay updated on health and safety legislation and advise the Council.

• Communicate complex issues to internal and external parties.

• Monitor and drive corporate health and safety strategy.

• Support accident investigations and risk assessments.

• Prepare reports on health and safety issues and recommend actions.

• Collaborate with employees and unions for compliance.

• Manage claims arising from workplace accidents.

• Research and develop health and safety policies and procedures.

Person Specifications
Must Have

• Experience providing health and safety advice.

• Experience in health and safety audits.

• Experience delivering health and safety training.

• Level 6 NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, or willingness to obtain.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation.

• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Packages.

• Ability to travel to various sites.

Nice to Have

• Experience in local government or unionized environments.

• Experience managing a team.

• Qualification in training or willingness to obtain.

• Knowledge of customer care principles.

• Ability to challenge ideas and find innovative solutions.

 
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