Health and Safety Manager

About Us: 

Avon and Somerset Police is one of the largest police forces in England and Wales, dedicated to delivering outstanding policing for everyone. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we strive to create a safe and thriving work environment for our employees. 

Job Overview: 

We are seeking an experienced individual to join our team as Health and Safety Manager. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being of our employees, fostering a culture of safety, and implementing best practices to minimise workplace incidents. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and programmes in compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards. 
• Follow a systematic and comprehensive approach to prepare, implement, and manage strategic plans to ensure the provision of effective support services. 
• Provide leadership and guidance, fostering a culture of safety awareness and accountability to managers and staff on all aspects of the organisation’s activities. 
• Collaborate with department heads to integrate safety measures into daily operations. 
• Develop, implement and monitor a strategy for waste management generally and specialist waste in particular.  
• Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and advancements in safety practices. 

Qualifications: 

• Hold corporate membership to the institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or be working towards or be prepared to gain membership . 
• Have thorough knowledge of the UK and European Health and Safety legislation. 
• Hold a relevant NEBOSH or NVQ Qualification  
• Previous experience in a safety management role or proven management responsibilities 
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations, standards, and best practices. 
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire a safety-oriented culture. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess and mitigate potential risks.
• Proficient in MS Office and other relevant software. 

The successful candidate should ideally hold a full UK driving licence  

Avon and Somerset Police is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. 

Join our team and contribute to creating a safe and thriving workplace!