Health & Safety Advisor

Health & Safety Advisor - West (Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Home-based with regional travel across the West (including Cornwall, Devon, Avon, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, and Staffordshire)

Contract Type: 6 month fixed term contract

Salary: £40,000 - £43,000 per annum + car allowance + home working allowance

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

About the Opportunity

A respected provider within the care and supported living sector is seeking a capable and committed Health & Safety Lead to join their team on a fixed term basis. The postholder will provide regional health and fire safety oversight, helping to drive compliance and embed a positive safety culture across a geographically dispersed portfolio of services.

This is a home based role with regular regional travel required. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Type 1 and Type 2 Fire Risk Assessments in a range of environments, including specialist housing and care settings.
• Lead on incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions implemented.
• Provide competent advice to operational managers, enabling them to meet legal and organisational health and safety requirements.
• Oversee accident and incident reporting processes, ensuring RIDDOR compliance and timely communication with regulators where necessary.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and workplace assessments in line with internal procedures and relevant legislation.
• Monitor fire safety risks, track remedial actions, and liaise with statutory bodies as appropriate.
• Support the development of health and safety policies, procedures, and guidance materials.
• Analyse and report on safety performance indicators, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
• Promote a proactive and inclusive approach to health and safety across all services within the designated region.

Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Recognised Level 3 Fire Safety/Fire Risk Assessment qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience conducting Fire Risk Assessments (Type 1 and Type 2).
• Practical knowledge of UK health and fire safety legislation, particularly in care or supported housing settings.
• Previous experience of auditing, inspections, and managing health and safety risks.
• Strong report writing, analysis and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise a diverse workload.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and digital safety management systems.
• Willingness to travel regionally, including occasional overnight stays.

Desirable

• TechIOSH membership (or working towards).
• Registration with a recognised Fire Risk Assessors Register (e.g., IFSM or IFE).
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
• Additional training (e.g., DSE Assessor).
• Prior experience in a regulated care or housing environment.

Note

This role is subject to a DBS check. Assistance will be provided for applicants who do not currently hold one.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of statutory bank holidays)
• Car allowance and home working support
• Flexible working with autonomy and variety
• Access to digital wellbeing services, including GP consultations and health checks
• Confidential employee assistance programme, accessible 24/7
• Financial well being tools, including early wage access
• Life assurance - 3x annual salary
• Discounted mobile phone contractsEmployee referral rewards via a dedicated app
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities