Overview
Are you an experienced Health & Safety leader looking for a new challenge where you can make a tangible impact across an organisation that supports people and communities? We’re looking for a strategic, forward-thinking professional to lead and continuously improve our Health & Safety (H&S) function for our client. 6-month FTC
Location and Contract
Location: Edinburgh (traveling will be required).
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a strategic H&S framework aligned with organisational goals.
- Review and enhance policies, procedures, and systems to support health, safety and wellbeing.
- Lead the incident management system, including reporting, investigation and trend analysis.
- Prepare detailed reports for the Executive Team, Audit Sub-Committee and Board.
- Ensure all Fire Risk Assessments and Evacuation Plans are current across offices, care homes and HMOs.
- Monitor compliance with statutory requirements, including RIDDOR, and conduct regular inspections and audits.
- Advise on the selection and use of PPE and ensure employee competency and training are maintained.
- Collaborate with HR on health and wellbeing strategies, including risk assessments and workplace wellbeing programmes.
- Oversee delivery and effectiveness of H&S training and communications.
- Liaise with external agencies including HSE, SHR, contractors and suppliers to ensure best practice is maintained.
What We’re Looking For
- Chartered Membership of IOSH and a NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent).
- Qualifications in auditing and fire safety management (or willingness to achieve with support).
- A strong track record in a senior Health & Safety role with experience in both strategic and operational environments.
- Knowledge of relevant H&S legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience of preparing board-level reports and influencing senior stakeholders.
- A collaborative approach, with excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
- Experience within public, voluntary or housing sectors is desirable.
- Strong analytical, planning and project management skills.
- Ability to lead organisational change and embed quality frameworks.
- Skilled in risk management, problem solving and decision-making.
- Demonstrable commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
- Capable of engaging and motivating teams across multiple locations.
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Flexible working arrangements
If you are passionate about creating safe, healthy and inclusive environments and want to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.
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