Health & Safety Adviser - Wymondham, United Kingdom - Norfolk Constabulary

Norfolk Constabulary

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Wymondham, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Activities and Responsibilities of the Post

Principle Purpose of the role

We have a rare opportunity for a dedicated, open minded, customer focused and experienced Health and Safety Adviser to join our small, but busy Joint Health and Safety Team, working across our Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies.

You will play a crucial role in developing and implementing effective safety management systems, policies and procedures, and conduct and support the development of risk assessments, providing guidance on best practices to minimise workplace hazards.

Additionally, you will support the investigation of accidents and incidents, identifying their root causes, and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

You will develop and implement health and safety management documentation, in accordance with relevant regulations and industry best practices and provide training and educational programs to employees, to promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

You will also conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.

Main Activities of the Role

Provide specialist advice and guidance to Senior Officers/Managers in order to meet their H&S responsibilities
In liaison with line managers, outline and implement safe operational procedures/systems of work
Contribute to the development of H&S strategies and the development of policy
Undertake reviews of H&S priorities and contribute to the compilation of annual plans
Develop and undertake a programme of site inspections/audits etc and provide reports as required
Keep records of incidents/accidents/near misses producing and analysing statistics for management, as required
Maintenance and ongoing review of the Force fire procedure
Undertake safety alerts as required
Attend local H&S departmental and area committee meetings as considered appropriate
Design and deliver H&S Training as required
Maintain all appropriate administration records and the reference library/archive as appropriate
Maintain/develop the H&S Intranet site and publicity material across the Force as required
Liaise with the Association of Police Health and Safety Advisers as appropriate
Work closely with other members of the H&S Team, assisting with their workload as appropriate
Keep up to date with legislation and latest thinking. Maintain high levels of continuous personal development
Any other duties that are commensurate with the role and grade as may be requested by management

Person Specification
It is essential that applicants meet the following criteria:

Level 4 NVQ in Occupational Safety and Health Practice or equivalent
Experience of providing health and safety advice in a large organisation
Experience of developing health and safety policies and procedures
Experience of designing and delivering presentations
Basic keyboard skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Ability to travel as required, mainly within Norfolk and Suffolk
Proven ability to work as a member of a team

It is desirable that applicants meet the following criteria:

Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health or similar professional body

Hours of work are 37 per week Monday to Friday. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Benefits

24 days holiday per year in addition to public holidays (rising to 29 days after five year's service)
Option of joining the local government pension scheme
Option of joining the sports & social staff association and Unison and enjoying the benefits these provide
Access to the Blue Light Card with 100s of discounts
Paidfor training is available as is the opportunity to have mentoring, in a workplace where development is encouraged
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) A confidential service, available 365 days a year, 24/7, free of charge which can provide around the clock support and guidance to help you manage work and personal stressors, as well as support you through lifestyle changes
Support Networks that provide information and opportunities to share experiences as well as offering advice and support to members
A diverse, equal and inclusive workforce in an organisation that values its people
And finally, but perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to make a difference to the communities of Norfolk and Suffolk