Health & Safety Officer

Health & Safety Officer Lot 3 Band 6 Armagh Temporary up to 30/01/2026 About the Role To post holder will be responsible for supporting the Health & Safety Manager in the provision of a professional advisory service on all aspects of health, safety and fire through expert advice and guidance and actively promote health, safety and fire and its effective management throughout the organisation and to embed a culture of health, safety and fire compliance. The post holder will work closely with and foster good working relationships with other senior colleagues, line managers, staff organisations and other stakeholders. Essential Criteria A degree or recognised professional Occupational Health and Safety qualification or equivalent/higher qualification AND 2 years\’ experience in a middle management role* as a health, safety and fire advisor OR HNC/HND or equivalent/higher qualification in Occupational Health and Safety AND 3 years\’ experience in a middle management* role as a health, safety and fire advisor *middle management role is defined as experience gained at Band 5 and above or equivalent Experience in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Experience of designing and delivering training programmes within the last three years Experience of developing reports and policies/guidance Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post. Excellent planning and organisational skills with an ability to prioritise workload Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written and presentation skills) to meet the needs of the post in full Ability to communicate at all levels Ability to influence and manage change in practice effectively Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a wide range of staff Ability to identify solutions to problems and implement them effectively Ability to work to tight timescales whilst meeting targets Knowledge of current health, safety and fire legislation and best practice Desirable Criteria Membership of Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Experience of dealing with health, safety and fire issues in a health and social care environment Hours of work: 37.50hrs per week In Return: Rate of Pay: £19.10 per hour Holiday entitlement **Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.** Why use Staffline? This may not matter to you when you\’re looking for a new opportunity, but we just wanted to tell you a little bit about Staffline. We know that finding the right job can be challenging and we have the tools and resources to help you succeed. An established recruitment agency since 1983, we offer permanent and temporary job solutions to lots of different clients in multiple industry sectors in Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland. For further information please apply with your up to date CV by clicking the button. Alternatively, you can forward your CV to Skills: Health Safety Fire Officer Communication