Health & Safety Advisor

A great benefits package is offered including an outstanding pension scheme (with an extremely generous employer contribution – on average 27% of your pay), 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hours: Full-time – 37 hours a week (some flexible working options may be available, including a small amount of remote working, but this role does require regular onsite attendance)

Location: BGS headquarters in Keyworth in Nottingham

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Advisor to work closely with the Head of Health and Safety in providing a high level of proficient advice to managers and staff across BGS. You will support world-class science by leading, monitoring and advising on health, safety and regulatory compliance issues.  Whilst being a key member of the health and safety team, you will have a responsibility for leading on the health and safety within our laboratories as well as having the flexibility and knowledge to support the wider BGS functions.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Provide expert safety advice and practical guidance for BGS lab staff – first point of contact
• Maintaining an effective health and safety management system – handling inspection programme, investigations, risk assessments, safe system of work, carrying out inductions
• Auditing laboratory and workshop areas
• Developing and delivering toolbox talks and training
• Work with the head of health and safety to deliver the H&S strategy across BGS
• Report writing, presentations, attendance at various meetings 

About you

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated health & safety advisor to join our team and contribute to maintaining a safe and compliant environment within our organisation. This exciting opportunity will suit a professional with a passion for health and safety, particularly within a scientific or research environment.

You will be responsible for investigating incidents, reviewing and analysing work practices and procedures, and ensuring the highest standards of safety are maintained across all operations. You will collaborate with various teams, including trade unions, to resolve health and safety issues and improve working conditions. A key focus will be on promoting a strong health and safety culture across the organisation.  You should demonstrate an interest in the work of BGS and your own continuing professional development. 

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 26 January 2025.  Interviews are expected to be held in early February 2025 in Nottingham.

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