Health and Safety Officer

Health and Safety Officer

Salary: £50,051 - £54,365 (pay award pending)

Job Opportunity: Health and Safety Officer

Are you passionate about health and safety? Do you have the relevant experience and a desire to make a difference? If so, we want you to join our team at Elmbridge Borough Council.

We are a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to doing the best for our residents and employees. With approximately 400 employees, we offer a supportive and talented environment where you can grow and thrive.

As a Health and Safety Officer, you will play a crucial role at our organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide advice and guidance on a range of health and safety matters.
• Ensure a comprehensive, proactive, and responsive service in all aspects of health, safety, and welfare at work.
• Ensure compliance with appropriate legislation, regulations, and professional standards in line with policies and procedures.
• Liaise with employees at all levels.

What we offer:

• An opportunity to extend your health and safety skills and experience.
• A supportive team that will help you develop and succeed.
• A chance to learn all aspects of the business and work with people throughout the organisation.
• Community service programme participation.
• Your birthday off!
• Free parking at the office and hybrid working arrangements.

Requirements:

• NEBOSH diploma or equivalent and membership of IOSH.
• Experience in investigating accidents.
• Experience in developing and monitoring health and safety policies and procedures.
• Experience in identifying and developing health and safety training.

Why Elmbridge?

Few other organisations offer the chance to learn and develop your skills like we do. As a smaller organisation, you will have the opportunity to shine and make a real impact. Plus, our location in Esher offers good rail and bus links, and free parking if you drive.

If you have any questions, please call Sherry Stoker at 01372 474213.

We look forward to meeting you!