Overview

Our client in the Romford area is seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Assistant to join their team. The Health & Safety Assistant will support the organisation's health and safety initiatives, promoting a positive culture in an educational setting to meet legal requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to gain experience in health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining health and safety policies and procedures
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards
• Investigate accidents and near misses
• Support the development of health and safety training materials
• Collaborate with teams across the organisation to ensure compliance with regulations
• Coordinate health and safety training programmes
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to health and safety activities

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations and best practises
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software
• Certification or training in health and safety is a plus

Day-to-day

• Conduct safety inspections and report findings
• Assist in developing safety training materials
• Collaborate with various departments to address health and safety concerns
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to health and safety activities

• Salary range: £30,000 - £33,000
• Free parking and London Weighting

lee.spiers@thornbaker.co.uk