Senior Health and Safety Adviser

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom London Fire Brigade Full time

The organisation

London Fire Brigade is London’s fire and rescue service. Staff are driven by a strong sense of purpose: to be trusted to serve and protect London. It is one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world, founded in 1833. Employing almost 6000 staff who work across sites in one of the most diverse cities in the world. Health and Safety is an integral part of the Brigade’s operations and management, which is pursued in the same way and with the same vigour as other management objectives.

The team

The Health and Safety is responsible for ensuring that the Brigade complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act and other associated legislation and that staff are given the best chance of returning home after work every day without suffering an injury or illness that could have been prevented. This is achieved by working closely with internal and external partners, providing strategic direction on health and safety policies and procedures, management responsibilities, and in the active monitoring and review of health and safety arrangements for the Brigade.

The role

The senior health and safety adviser provides managers and staff at all levels and in all roles with professional competent advice to help them meet their responsibilities. This is achieved by:

- Contributing to the improvement of health and safety through the preparation and implementation of written policies and procedures.
- Conducting periodic inspections of workplaces, plant and equipment to monitor compliance with the health and safety policy
- Identifying unsafe plant and working practices, systems and procedures and make recommendations for remedying any defects found.
- Investigating the circumstances of safety events, making recommendations to prevent further accidents and improve health and safety standards
- Advising management on the health and safety aspects of any new plant, equipment or substance in conjunction with the Brigade’s Procurement department.
- Promoting the active monitoring of health and safety performance and reporting on its effectiveness.
- Assisting in the identification of health and safety training needs and making recommendations to improve health and safety through training.

The applicant

Are you a motivated, organized individual seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Would you enjoy being part of a dedicated team that works together to create a relevant, memorable difference in the lives of our employees? If you're looking for change, and you're ready to make changeswe're looking for you. This is a chance to stretch and shape your skills. But for you, the real reward will be in knowing you’ve helped to keep London safe and maintained the high standards that we pride ourselves on.

**Eligibility**:
**Assessment Overview**:
Stage 1

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place on the 17th and 18th April 2024. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

**Additional Information**:
Benefits of working for LFB
- 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
- Flexible working including job share
- Welfare Scheme
- Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
- Season ticket loans
- Equality Support Groups
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

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