At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety initiatives to create a safer workplace for everyone.
- Company: Shrewsbury Town Council, dedicated to community well-being and safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with a focus on team collaboration and improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public health and safety while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.
This post is responsible for the Health & Safety across the whole organisation and to work with the operational teams to improve the company’s health and safety ethos, systems, development of policies and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a safe working environment for employees.
To be responsible for driving improvement and change across the whole organisation and to be accountable for all measurement, management and implementation of the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies.
To be responsible for the annual review of Health & Safety including inspection of various assets, and implementation of actions for compliance, while ensuring the records both electronic and manual are correctly maintained.
The ideal candidate must have strong communication skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office packages, with the ability to work on your own initiative.
Working hours – 37 hours per week.
Closing Date for applications midday Tuesday 8th September 2026. Interviews will take place on the 16th & 17th September 2026.
Public Sector Health & Safety Manager - Shrewsbury Town Council employer: Workinshrewsbury
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