Group Safety Advisor

3 days ago

Huddersfield, Kirklees, United Kingdom Kirklees Council Full time

We adopt a 'name blind' approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.

Organisation

Kirklees

Directorate

Public Health and Corporate Resources

Service Area

Office of Chief Executive

Hours

37

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Across Kirklees

Position type

Permanent

Grade

9-11

Salary

£34, ,075

Enhancements / additional payments details

15% MRS

Join our team at Kirklees Council, where we're always looking for innovative ways to improve our services. We're seeking a Group Safety Advisor to help us meet our statutory duties and ensure a safe environment for our employees and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert health and safety advice to Directors, Heads of Service, managers, and employees.
  • Develop policies, conduct risk assessments, and investigate accidents.
  • Carry out workplace inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Identify training needs and deliver health and safety training.

What We're Looking For:

  • NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent in Occupational Safety and Health.
  • Technical Member of IOSH with active CPD.
  • Proven experience in health and safety, including inspections, risk assessments, and training.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to travel to various Council locations.

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid working with up to 1-2 days per week in the office.
  • Career progression opportunities and significant investment in your development.
  • Friendly, supportive team environment.
  • Excellent pension scheme and flexible working policies.
  • Access to healthcare services, staff discounts, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

For more of our staff benefits, please visit the following link Kirklees Council - Staff Benefits

This job is a Grade 9-11, to start at Grade 11 you must have the following:

  • Education & Training:

  • Chartered Member of IOSH with ongoing CPD.
    Experience or qualifications in training.

  • Experience:

4+ years as a Health & Safety Advisor in a complex, multi-site organization.

  • Knowledge:

  • Up-to-date expertise in health and safety.
    Ability to develop and review policies in line with new legislation.

  • Skills:

  • Quick response to requests and timely delivery of outputs.

  • Strong data analysis, report creation, and project support.
  • Effective negotiation and conflict resolution with unions and stakeholders.
    Leadership in meetings and task delivery.

  • Additional:

  • Ability to work independently and supervise junior staff.

  • Manage workloads, especially during colleague absences.

If you're ready to make a difference and advance your career in health and safety, apply now

Cheryl Gray is the manager for this role, please contact them on for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

We know there's a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by phone: and ask for 'Recruitment'.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date

02 November 2025, 11:55 PM

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