Health and Safety Officer

Our client is a large healthcare organisation who are looking for a Health and Safety Officer to work closely with colleagues across their expanding estates and facilities department. This person will be responsible for providing specific and expert advice and promoting a positive health and safety culture. This is an office based role based in Keighley, Bradford and offers a salary of around £41,200. Role responsibilities; To lead and promote a positive Health & Safety Culture and the implementation and ongoing management of the organisational health and safety management system in line with HSG 65 and supporting guidance. To provide expert advice on matters relating to the Construction Design and Management Regulations Manage issues identified from property and service risk assessments, and co-ordinate to completion with delegated leads. Lead the preparation of local policies, procedures and safe systems of work within the framework of company policies to facilitate achievement of internal targets and controls. To assure compliance with COSHH regulations Develop and deliver training and induction programmes relating to health and safety as required locally to staff. Ideal Candidate requirements; 3 years+ proven experience in a similar H&S role Formal H&S certificates such as NEBOSH and willing to undertake continuous professional development to keep up to date on knowledge.   A clear, practical understanding of UK and European health and safety legislation Analytical approach to identifying problems and developing real, practical and sustainable solutions. Ability to produce clear and concise reports. Ability to work to tight and often statutory deadlines. Knowledge of health and safety  management within a healthcare environment would be advantageous Role Benefits; Salary of around £41,200 Holiday package 26 days + Bank Holidays 37.5 hours week – Monday – Friday  Basic Pension Great opportunities for training, career support and progression If interested in this role then please apply and contact Laura for more information on or call (phone number removed)