Health and Safety Advisor

Birmingham Temp - Perm £35,000 DOE 37.5 hours a week (early finish Friday) Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Health & Safety professional to play a key role in maintaining and improving health, safety, and compliance standards across the business.

The successful candidate will be IOSH qualified, possess extensive Health & Safety experience, and demonstrate a proactive approach to promoting a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise management and employees on all Health & Safety matters.
• Ensure compliance with current Health & Safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, producing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Develop, review, and update Health & Safety policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and employee training where required.
• Monitor and maintain Health & Safety records and compliance documentation.
• Liaise with external agencies, auditors, and regulatory bodies when necessary.
• Support managers in implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture across all departments.

Candidate Requirements Essential

• IOSH qualification (Managing Safely, Technical Membership, or higher).
• Several years' proven experience in a Health & Safety Advisor or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and accident investigations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and engage employees at all levels.
• Strong organisational and report-writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• NEBOSH qualification.
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction, logistics, or industrial environments.
• Internal auditing experience.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Confident in challenging unsafe practices where necessary.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to compliance.
• Professional and approachable manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of approximately £35,000 per annum.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position following the temporary period.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.