Health and Safety Manager in City of Westminster

Overview

Reporting to the Facilities Manager in our London offices, the Health and Safety Manager is responsible for leading and embedding a proactive health and safety culture across the firm.

Acting as a trusted advisor to the wider CBS management team and stakeholders across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage health and safety across the Firm, ensuring compliance with all current legislation, codes of practice and relevant standards.
• Develop a strong understanding of the firm's health and safety policies and associated documents applicable to a large office environment, with an eye for continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the CBS management team to review policies and procedures against specified timeframes and ensure policies and procedures are implemented and followed within the firm.
• Record incidents, near-misses and accidents and produce statistics for review and analysis.
• Work closely with the Facilities Manager to manage the permit to work and sub-contractor on-site process.
• Review risk assessments and method statements from external suppliers and ensure all sub-contractors on site comply with the firm\'s health and safety policies.
• Carry out risk assessments and advise on how risks could be reduced or eliminated.
• Undertake DSE, PEEP and expectant mother assessments and manage any actions.
• Work closely with the Facilities Manager and supply chain manager to maintain and improve the fire safety measures necessary to ensure the safety of all employees, visitors and sub-contractors.
• Manage the recruitment and organise training for first aiders and fire marshals.
• Deliver health and safety training within the firm (such as manual handling training).
• Manage the health and safety inbox as the central place for requests and queries from within the firm.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders and support overseas offices in achieving health and safety standards.
• Support, as directed, on the health and safety obligations and management of a large construction project.
• Manage the business continuity planning (BCP) and risk register.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Health & Safety Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to flex style to effectively communicate with all audiences.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Proven experience of building strong and impactful relationships with stakeholders which enhance collaboration.
• Resilient and calm under pressure.
• First Aid / Fire Warden instructor qualifications desirable.
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