Health And Safety Officer

Company And Role Overview -

Are you passionate about creating safe and secure work environments? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Health and Safety Officer to lead the charge in promoting and upholding top-notch health, safety, and fire protection standards. This exciting role offers the opportunity to take ownership of daily safety risk management and provide proactive support to diverse departments, helping them achieve excellence in their health and safety practices. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be the go-to expert for all things safety, this is the role for you!

Main Responsibilities -

• Oversee the online health and safety training program for all employees, regularly updating the Training Needs Analysis and recommending additional training as needed
• Report major health and safety issues or instances of non-compliance to the Director of Estates
• Conduct thorough investigations into serious accidents, incidents, or near-misses
• Maintain current first aid certification and collaborate with the Nurse to keep the First Aider list updated
• Ensure all incidents and accidents are logged in the Evolve system and report to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) as required by the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013

Requirements -

• Possess at least a Level 3 Health and Safety qualification, like the NEBOSH General Certificate, with a readiness to pursue higher-level qualifications, such as the NEBOSH Diploma, within a specified timeframe
• Demonstrate strong communication, writing, and organizational skills, capable of producing detailed reports, policies, and procedures
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the education sector or a similarly complex and fast-paced environment
• Have a thorough understanding of applicable Health and Safety legislation