Health & Safety Advisor

Coventry, United Kingdom Posted on 07/09/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description 3 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose

To provide professional, authoritative health and safety advice and guidance across a large and diverse Local Authority. The postholder will support managers and employees in maintaining high standards of health and safety, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice, and promoting a proactive health and safety culture across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional health and safety advice, guidance, and support to managers and employees across the organisation.
• Support managers in undertaking and reviewing risk assessments and implementing appropriate control measures.
• Conduct health and safety audits, workplace inspections, and compliance reviews across a diverse range of services and operational environments.
• Lead and support accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and recommending appropriate preventative actions.
• Monitor compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, policies, procedures, and recognised best practice.
• Review, develop, and implement health and safety policies, procedures, guidance, and management systems.
• Provide advice on the practical application of health and safety legislation within a complex Local Authority environment.
• Deliver health and safety training, briefings, information, and guidance to managers, employees, and other stakeholders.
• Support contractor management activities, including health and safety compliance and monitoring.
• Provide advice and support in relation to the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and associated duties.
• Support corporate health and safety initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of health and safety standards.
• Produce accurate reports, analyse accident and incident data, identify trends, and recommend measures to reduce risks and prevent recurrence.
• Maintain effective working relationships with senior managers, employees, Trade Unions, external agencies, contractors, and enforcement bodies.
• Provide appropriate support and professional advice in response to health and safety concerns, incidents, and regulatory matters.
• Travel efficiently to operational sites across Coventry to undertake inspections, investigations, meetings, and other health and safety activities as required.
• Keep up to date with changes in health and safety legislation, guidance, and professional best practice.

Requirements

• NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (essential) .
• IOSH membership, such as CMIOSH, GradIOSH, or actively working towards Chartered status.
• Significant professional experience in a health and safety advisory role, ideally within a large, complex organisation or Local Authority.
• Proven experience undertaking health and safety audits, workplace inspections, accident investigations, and risk assessments.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of interpreting and applying health and safety legislation.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and implementing health and safety policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Proven ability to provide clear, practical, and authoritative health and safety advice to managers and employees.
• Experience delivering health and safety training and guidance to a range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience of CDM Regulations and contractor management.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills, including the ability to analyse incident trends and recommend preventative measures.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior managers, Trade Unions, contractors, external agencies, and enforcement bodies.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and provide a responsive professional service.
• Ability and willingness to travel efficiently to sites across Coventry as required.

Additional Information

• Location: Coventry
• Working Arrangements: Hybrid - 1-2 days on-site, plus 1 office day per week for team meetings
• Site Travel: Applicants must be able to travel efficiently to sites across Coventry as required