Health / Safety and Wellbeing Manager

About Our Client

This client are the largest local authority in the UK, serving a diverse population and overseeing a wide range of public services, infrastructure, and community initiatives. As a forward-thinking organisation, it is committed to delivering sustainable growth, innovation, and high-quality services to meet the evolving needs of its residents and businesses.

Job Description

The key responsibilities include:

• Develop and manage health, safety, and wellbeing plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and resources.
• Provide leadership, advice, and support to embed health, safety, and wellbeing practices across teams.
• Lead initiatives, campaigns, and training programs to promote a positive safety culture and enhance team competencies.
• Monitor, investigate, and report incidents, identifying improvements and ensuring compliance with legislation and standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, deliver performance reports, and ensure services meet regulatory, budgetary, and strategic goals.

The Successful Applicant

In order to be successful in this role you will need:

• Qualifications and Knowledge - Degree or equivalent experience in a safety-related discipline, supported by professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, IIRSM, or CQI.
• Leadership and Management - Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop large teams while fostering a high-performing and supportive work culture.
• Health, Safety, and Compliance - Extensive experience in health, safety, and wellbeing management within regulated environments, ensuring compliance with legislative and policy frameworks.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Strong communication, negotiation, and partnership-building skills to influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strategic Planning and Development - Expertise in procurement, policy creation, and strategy development, aligning with long-term organisational goals.
• Performance and Risk Management - Proficient in monitoring performance, delivering reports, managing contracts, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

What's on Offer

This client can offer a salary of between £45-50K for a 12 month FTC, the chance to make a real impact to a business and its strategic planning as well as the opportunity to work within a well established Assets team.