Health and Safety Advisor

Marks Consulting Partners are currently looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to work with one of our Local Authority clients in Hampshire.

What the job will be doing

• Providing expert health and safety advice across the council’s residential housing portfolio.
• Reviewing and actioning Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), Asbestos Management Plans, and other statutory safety documentation.

• Conducting site audits and inspections to identify risks, non-compliance, and improvement areas.

• Supporting the development and implementation of H&S policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.

• Coordinating and monitoring the remediation of safety hazards in occupied and void properties.

• Advising on contractor compliance and reviewing risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and permits to work.

• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely reporting of incidents, near misses, and compliance metrics.

• Liaising with internal teams and external bodies such as the HSE, fire authority, and consultants.

What you will need

• Strong experience working in a health and safety advisory role within a local authority, housing association, or residential property environment.

• Solid knowledge of housing-related legislation and compliance frameworks, including CDM 2015, Fire Safety Order, HHSRS, and Asbestos Regulations.

• Confidence in delivering training, briefings, and H&S updates to non-specialist staff and contractors.

• Practical experience conducting inspections, audits, and writing clear, actionable reports.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and support various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (minimum requirement).

• Membership of IOSH or equivalent professional body (TechIOSH or above preferred).

• Fire safety, asbestos awareness, or CDM-related training and qualifications are desirable.

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (if site travel is required).

How to Apply

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Alex O’Donnell at Marks Consulting Partners.

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Marks Consulting Partners specialise in contract and permanent recruitment of technical property, regeneration & development, housing services and HR staff to the public sector including housing associations, local authorities, and related private sector organisations. We do not advertise all our vacancies so please give us a call and register with us to be notified of all suitable roles.

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