Winchester City Council is seeking an experienced Health and Safety professional to assist the Council in delivering on and maintaining its comprehensive health and safety management systems. This full‑time role (37 hours per week) will work in support of the Service Lead – Public Protection and must have a NEBOSH diploma in Occupational Safety and Health or an equivalent qualification, together with a proven track record of delivering health and safety for a large organisation. Some experience in emergency planning is an advantage.
The successful candidate must be able to write health and safety policy, risk assessments and conduct workplace audits of safe working practice. They must competently investigate accidents and dangerous occurrences, provide advice on the Council’s response to critical incidents and/or emergency situations, and deliver reports on data trends and recommendations to senior management.
They should possess inner confidence when engaging with service managers, have strong communication skills, positive judgement,
the ability to establish priorities, deliver to deadlines and work well under pressure. A positive attitude is essential, as the role requires assisting in developing a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.
Although primarily an internal health and safety adviser, the post holder will work within the wider Public Protection Service, which delivers the Local Authority’s external health and safety enforcement role, and will be expected to support resilience across these functions.
Benefits
Employer‑paid health cash plan
Cycle to Work and Car Benefit salary‑sacrifice schemes
Competitive annual leave per year
Flexible working arrangements
13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)
Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
Free parking
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
Discounted membership at the two leisure centres in the district
Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme
Employee retail and shopping discounts
Season Ticket Loans
Excellent working environment
Support for continuous professional development
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📌 Corporate Health and Safety Manager (ref:1942) (Ontario)
🏢 Local Government South East
📍 Ontario
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