The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Senior Health and Safety Adviser based in SFRS Headquarters Cambuslang on a temporary basis for 18 months. This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week, however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share or flexible working basis would be considered.
The successful candidate will be required to manage a team of health and safety professionals to provide support to the Deputy Head of Safety and Assurance in ensuring the delivery of an efficient and effective Health and Safety Service to all stakeholders, as well as act as a lead in the development and implementation of HS initiatives which support the SFRS annual HS improvement plans and strategic SA matters. In addition, accountability and responsibility for identifying health and safety (HS) matters to support the delivery of the SFRS strategic aims and objectives and ensure legal compliance within their designated areas of responsibilities
Applicants will require to deputise for the Deputy Head of Safety and Assurance (SA) as required, actively contribute to Directorate and Functional management meetings, planning sessions and development days and under the direction of the Deputy Head of SA, develop and implement HS management system processes and projects which reflect the needs of the Service whilst ensuring statutory duties are met.
They should have the ability to liaise with Heads of Function and Local Senior officers to ensure SFRS HS Policies and practices are embedded into service delivery and to develop a holistic approach to employee health and safety. This will include the identification of safety related issues, development and monitoring of key safety initiatives. Furthermore there may be a requirement to liaise with external stakeholders, including appointed safety representatives of Trade Unions, representative bodies and the Health and Safety Executive.
The successful applicant should be able demonstrate experience of management responsibilities, and will be required to recruit, lead and effectively manage all employees within their area of responsibility in line with SFRS policies. This will specifically include providing professional management, recruitment, performance management and leadership by scheduling and co-ordinating the work of all teams.
Full details of the role, including job description, essential criteria, and our recruitment process, can be found in the attached recruitment information pack.
This post requires a Level 2 Disclosure check through Disclosure Scotland. If you are successful, this check will be carried out as part of the recruitment process.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.
If you have any questions about your application, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.
Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted for this position.
Contact Details:
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Recruitment Team
