Health Safety Officer

2 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Health & Safety Officer required to support the Housing Asset Client function within Building & Technical Services (BTS).

• The role ensures that all directly delivered and outsourced housing asset works are carried out safely and in full compliance with health & safety legislation.

• Acting as the subject matter expert, the postholder will advise senior managers, oversee compliance, act as Principal Designer (CDM) where required, and contribute to safe, efficient service delivery across housing assets.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Advise managers, staff, contractors, and partners on statutory health & safety obligations and best practice.

• Develop, review, and implement health & safety policies, procedures, and risk assessment frameworks.

• Monitor compliance with legislation including Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM 2015, fire safety, asbestos, and legionella regulations.

• Act as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations, ensuring effective coordination between clients, designers, and contractors.

• Undertake health & safety inspections, audits, and investigations of council premises and services.

• Investigate workplace accidents and incidents, reporting findings and trends to senior management and external bodies such as the HSE.

• Provide health & safety training, guidance, and presentations to staff and contractors.

• Prepare reports and briefings for the Housing Asset Manager and BTS Senior Management Team.

• Contribute to Business Continuity Plans and attend meetings, working groups, and hearings as required.

• Maintain professional competence through CPD and engagement with relevant professional bodies.

Skills/Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ post\-qualification experience in a health & safety advisory role.

• Experience working within a housing, construction, or building maintenance environment.

• In\-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation, including CDM 2015 and accident investigation procedures.

• Proven ability to carry out risk assessments, fire risk assessments, and formal investigations.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop practical improvement plans.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and delivering training.

• Ability to influence and advise senior managers, contractors, and external agencies.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and database systems.

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and Chartered Membership of IOSH (or equivalent).

Additional Information:

• The closing date: 05/02/2026.

• Location: Luton (with travel to sites across the Borough and occasionally UK\-wide).

• Contract: Temporary.

• Rate: £350 per day (Umbrella).

• Working pattern: Mainly office\-based with site visits as required.

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle required.

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