Senior Health, Safety & Risk Practitioner

Sue Ross Recruitment are working on behalf of our client, a highly respected public sector organisation, to recruit a Health, Safety & Risk Practitioner on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority team committed to delivering high-quality services to the community. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing, implementing, and managing health, safety and risk management programmes, ensuring compliance with legislation and driving a culture of safety across the organisation. Key Responsibilities for the Health, Safety & Risk Practitioner role: * Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on health, safety and risk policies and procedures. * Deputise for the Strategic Health, Safety and Risk Manager in their absence. * Undertake reviews of policy and corporate guidance to ensure compliance with current legislation and best practice. * Work collaboratively with stakeholders including service managers, HR and trade unions to create a positive safety culture. * Investigate and analyse accidents and incidents, complete RIDDOR reporting and support the defence of liability or injury claims. * Develop, manage and deliver health, safety and risk initiatives, projects and promotional campaigns. * Act as system administrator for the Health & Safety system, ensuring data quality with HR colleagues. * Lead the development and delivery of training programmes, including bespoke sessions. * Produce high-quality reports, briefings, technical advice and presentations. * Support emergency planning, business continuity and risk management arrangements across the Council. * Where required, exercise authority to suspend or stop unsafe activities under Health & Safety legislation. Candidate Requirements for the Health, Safety & Risk Practitioner role: * Proven experience in health, safety and risk management within a complex organisation. * Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations. * Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. * Skilled in policy development, training delivery and project management. * Highly organised with the ability to work independently and manage priorities. * Commitment to ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD). What’s on Offer for the Health, Safety & Risk Practitioner role: * A permanent role with the opportunity to influence health, safety and risk strategy at a corporate level. * Exposure to diverse and varied projects, including emergency planning and business continuity. * The chance to join a supportive and forward-thinking team dedicated to professional development. * Opportunity to make a tangible impact across services that benefit the community. * Hybrid working opportunities This is an outstanding organisation to work with and the successful candidate will enjoy being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team culture. Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment