Assistant Health and Safety Advisor

Your new company

You will be joining the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), one of London’s most prestigious local authorities, within their Property division supporting the Health, Safety and Resilience team. RBKC is recognised for putting communities at the heart of everything it does, delivering high-quality, resident-focused services across a diverse borough. With a strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement, the council offers a collaborative and forward-thinking working environment where your work will have a direct impact on residents’ wellbeing.

Your new role

As an Assistant Health and Safety Advisor at RBKC, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive health and safety service across the council’s operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and delivering person‑centred fire risk assessments (PCFRAs) for vulnerable residents
• Maintaining accurate data, ensuring GDPR compliance and supporting administrative processes
• Assisting the Health, Safety and Resilience team with day‑to‑day operational activities
• Carrying out risk assessments (e.g. DSE, manual handling, first aid) as a competent person
• Providing practical health and safety advice to employees across multiple sites
• Supporting site inductions and facilitating health and safety meetings
• Assisting with incident investigations, reporting and preventative recommendations
• Developing and reviewing safe systems of work and guidance documents
• Liaising with key external partners including the London Fire Brigade
• Supporting training coordination and assisting with delivery when required

This is a varied and engaging role offering exposure to a wide range of activities within a complex public sector environment.

What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• A NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (essential)
• Experience supporting health and safety in a multi‑site or complex organisation
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and experience in accurate record keeping
• The ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders and manage expectations
• Experience collaborating with internal teams and external organisations
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong problem‑solving skills
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt within a fast‑paced working environment

You will also share RBKC’s core values of putting communities first, working collaboratively, and delivering services with integrity and respect.

What you’ll get in return

In return, you’ll receive:

• The opportunity to work for the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
• Exposure to a wide‑ranging and impactful health and safety remit
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within local government
• The chance to directly contribute to the safety and wellbeing of residents across the borough