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Assistant Health and Safety Advisor

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Your new company 
You will be joining the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), one of London's most prestigious local authorities, within their Property division supporting the Health, Safety and Resilience team.

RBKC is recognised for putting communities at the heart of everything it does, delivering high-quality, resident-focused services across a diverse borough. With a strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement, the council offers a collaborative and forward-thinking working environment where your work will have a direct impact on residents' wellbeing.

Your new role 
As an Assistant Health and Safety Advisor at RBKC, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive health and safety service across the council's operations.
Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting and delivering person-centred fire risk assessments (PCFRAs) for vulnerable residents
Maintaining accurate data, ensuring GDPR compliance and supporting administrative processes
Assisting the Health, Safety and Resilience team with day-to-day operational activities
Carrying out risk assessments (e.g. DSE, manual handling, first aid) as a competent person
Providing practical health and safety advice to employees across multiple sites
Supporting site inductions and facilitating health and safety meetings
Assisting with incident investigations, reporting and preventative recommendations
Developing and reviewing safe systems of work and guidance documents
Liaising with key external partners including the London Fire Brigade
Supporting training coordination and assisting with delivery when required
This is a varied and engaging role offering exposure to a wide range of activities within a complex public sector environment.

What you'll need to succeed 
To succeed in this role, you will bring:

A NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (essential)
Experience supporting health and safety in a multi-site or complex organisation
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent attention to detail and experience in accurate record keeping
The ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders and manage expectations
Experience collaborating with internal teams and external organisations
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills
Flexibility and the ability to adapt within a fast-paced working environment
You will also share RBKC's core values of putting communities first, working collaboratively, and delivering services with integrity and respect.

What you'll get in return 
In return, you'll receive:

The opportunity to work for the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Exposure to a wide-ranging and impactful health and safety remit
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for professional development and career progression within local government
The chance to directly contribute to the safety and wellbeing of residents across the borough
What you need to do now 
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