Health and Safety Officer

2 weeks ago

Manchester, United Kingdom GEDU CAREERS Full time £32,000 - £45,000 per year

Department: Facilities

Location: Manchester/Leeds

Type of Contract: Permanent 

About Us: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

Our Vision: Changing Lives through Education

The Role: The Health and Safety Officer are responsible for supporting the Health and Safety Manager in driving a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture across all GBS campuses. The role ensures legal compliance, promotes safe systems of work, and supports the continual improvement of health and safety performance across the organisation. The postholder will lead inspections, audits, training and incident investigations, providing competent advice and guidance to staff, managers, and students.

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Per Anum

What the role involves:

  • Health & Safety Compliance
  • Risk Assessments & Inspections
  • Incident & Investigation Management
  • Training & Awareness
  • Auditing & Monitoring
  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Sustainability & Wellbeing

Experience and Skills required:


• Substantial and proven experience in a health and safety role within complex, multisite environments.


• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) as a minimum. 


• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001), and compliance frameworks. 


• Experience conducting risk assessments, inspections, and investigations. 


• Proven ability to deliver Health and Safety training, and raise awareness effectively. 


• Confident communicator, trainer and influencer with strong stakeholder skills. 


• Proficient in MS Office and incident management systems. 


• Ability to work independently, travel between campuses, and manage time effectively.

What we offer:

  • 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
  • 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
  • Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more
  • discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
  • Reward and recognition programme
  • £500 award employee referral scheme
  • Discretionary annual performance bonus 

"GBS has been a good place for professional growth. I have received great support from managers and colleagues who have encouraged me to develop new skills and take on more senior roles. Their mentorship has been invaluable to help me advance in my career."

— Barbara Vargas (Professional Services Employee)

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.

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