Health And Safety Advisor

We are looking for an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join our team in the SW7 area.

Purpose of the Role: 

The Health & Safety Advisor will collaborate with the Property Division Health & Safety Team to devise and implement a robust safety management system, ensuring adherence to Health And Safety legislation and organisational policies. This role involves liaising with various internal teams to cultivate a culture of safety across diverse areas including Construction, Property Management, Building Operations, Maintenance, Catering & Events, Residential, Community Safety, and Sports Services. The incumbent will provide health & safety guidance to Operational Managers and facilitate a safe and healthy working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a safety management system to foster a positive health & safety culture within the Property Division.
• Formulate Health & Safety strategies and operational procedures in alignment with legislative requirements and industry best practices.
• Oversee the recording, reporting, and investigation of injuries, accidents, and non-compliances.
• Conduct compliance audits and inspections to uphold standards and advocate for best practices, recommending action plans as necessary.
• Generate management reports on Health & Safety service delivery, compliance, and best practices performance against KPIs.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure maintenance and updating of all statutory documents in accordance with organisational and legislative changes.
• Monitor contractors' compliance with health & safety standards through regular inspections and necessary corrective actions.
• Represent the directorates at Health & Safety Committees and act as the primary Health and Safety contact for relevant enforcing agencies.
• Keep abreast of legislative and regulatory changes, assess their implications, and propose required adjustments.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification in Health & Safety.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing safety management systems.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across departments.
• Proven ability to conduct audits, inspections, and investigations.
• Proficiency in producing management reports and analyzing data.
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites.

Note: The responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive, and the Health & Safety Advisor may be required to undertake additional tasks as needed.