Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor

The central Health, Safety and Wellbeing team at Canterbury Christ Church University is recruiting an advisor to work across the whole institution. The post gives professional advice on health, safety and staff wellbeing, alongside risk assessments, audits and training delivery. Working alongside specialists in arts, engineering, science and medicine, the role involves travel to other campuses, with hybrid working available. Applicants need substantial HSW advisory or daily management experience, and visa sponsorship is not offered.

• Provide professional advice and guidance on health, safety and staff wellbeing matters
• Promote a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture across the University
• Support the development and implementation of HSW systems and policies
• Develop and deliver HSW training
• Perform audits and inspections
• Undertake risk assessments
• Report on HSW matters to relevant personnel and committees
• Support the continual improvement of University HSW management systems
• Travel to other campuses

• Professional health, safety and wellbeing qualification, held or in progress

• Substantial experience in an HSW advisory role, or managing HSW matters on a daily basis

• Practical, solution-driven approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

• Hybrid or flexible working arrangements