Health and Safety Advisor

Your new company
A well-established public sector organisation in Hampshire is seeking an experienced Interim Health & Safety Advisor to support the delivery of its health and safety compliance and audit programme, based on a 3-month rolling contract basis. This organisation provides essential services to local communities and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, governance and operational compliance.

Your new role
As Interim Health & Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting managers and operational teams to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, organisational policies and best practice.
Key responsibilities will include:
Conducting health and safety compliance audits across a range of sites and services.
Identifying areas of non-compliance and supporting the implementation of corrective actions.
Maintaining and managing health and safety databases, records and management information systems.
Producing audit reports, compliance data and performance metrics for senior stakeholders.
Reviewing risk assessments, safe systems of work and related documentation.
Investigating incidents and supporting the monitoring of accident and near-miss trends.
Providing practical health and safety advice and guidance to managers and employees.
Supporting policy development and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:Proven experience within a Health & Safety Advisor position.
Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
Experience conducting compliance audits and inspections.
Previous experience managing databases and producing compliance reports.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification.
IOSH membership (desirable).

Experience within a public sector, local authority, housing, education or healthcare environment would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return
Opportunity to work within a respected public sector organisation.Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
A varied and rewarding assignment with real impact.
Competitive daily rate.
Immediate start available.

What you need to do now
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