Senior Safety Resilience Officer

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 09/07/2026

Job Information

City Rugby

Province Warwickshire

Postal Code CV21

Job Description

3 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

The Senior Safety & Resilience Officer (Health & Safety Compliance Officer – Waste Services) supports the delivery of safe, compliant, and efficient waste and recycling operations across Rugby Borough. The role focuses on ensuring adherence to UK health and safety legislation, conducting inspections and investigations, and promoting a strong safety culture within frontline operational teams.

It combines compliance oversight, on‑site monitoring, and proactive risk management, including the use of CCTV systems.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample)

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, including HASAWA, COSHH, and RIDDOR.
• Develop, implement, and review risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
• Conduct audits, inspections, and operational monitoring across depots and collection routes.
• Use CCTV systems to monitor safety behaviours and investigate incidents.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences, identifying root causes.
• Deliver training, toolbox talks, and support workforce competency.
• Monitor vehicle and equipment safety, including refuse collection vehicles and lifting equipment.
• Oversee contractor and agency worker compliance with H&S standards.
• Support occupational health initiatives and promote workforce wellbeing.
• Contribute to emergency planning and incident response readiness.
• Maintain accurate records and produce reports to support continuous improvement.
• Promote and embed a positive health and safety culture across operational teams.

Skills/Experience

• Proven experience in a health and safety role within a high‑risk operational environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience in risk assessment development and incident investigation.
• Ability to influence and engage frontline staff and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Experience conducting inspections, audits, and compliance monitoring.
• Ability to work independently across multiple operational sites.
• Competent in analysing safety data and identifying trends.
• Experience in waste services or local authority environment.
• Experience using CCTV for monitoring and investigations.

Additional Information

• Based across Rugby Borough, including depots and operational sites.
• Requires regular site visits, ride‑alongs, and field‑based monitoring.
• Early morning working (from 07:00) and flexibility required.

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