Health & Safety Advisor (Internal Only)

The University of Nottingham is seeking a motivated, experienced and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to drive the continuous improvement of Health & Safety across all areas of the University.

Responsibilities:
• Provide competent, practical and pragmatic Health & Safety advice and support
• Undertake inspections, audits and reviews of Business Units and departments to ensure compliance with legislation and UoN policy
• Produce comprehensive reports and action plans to improve the overall safety of the university
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders around the university, with an aim to create a collaborative and team-based approach to health and safety
• Advise on safety matters in multidisciplinary and complex working environments, such as laboratories, workshops, working with animals and grounds work
• Develop, review and update compliance standards and guidance in line with the needs of the Health & Safety department and the University
• Lead and support significant incident investigations, in conjunction with other members of the health and safety department and stakeholders around the university
• Support the Health and Safety team with developing training and communications, as needed

Person Specification:
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels
• Experience of auditing and inspecting
• Excellent IT skills
• Proven track record of implementing Health & Safety legislation and fostering best practices
• NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent) or working towards or willingness to undertake, with a minimum NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) qualification
• Ability to provide targeted and competent health and safety advice to a range of users

Benefits:
• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week, dependent on operational needs
• Opportunities for further Professional Development in Health & Safety / Fire Safety
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• Reward scheme granting bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• Commitment to staff development through training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• Access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more

This is a permanent role open to internal candidates only. Full time 36.25 hours per week. Job share arrangements may also be considered.