Senior Health and Safety Officer

About Us

City Building provides a range of repairs and maintenance, manufacturing, construction and refurbishment activities for Glasgow City Council and Wheatley Housing Group’s citizens and customers as well as other public, private and third sector organisations. City Building operates both the largest construction craft apprenticeship programme in Scotland, and Royal Strathclyde Blindcraft Industries (RSBi), one of the largest supported manufacturing businesses in Europe, around 200 people, more than 50% of whom have a disability. Our accreditations include, ISO45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001:2015. We currently hold Investors in Young People Platinum award, an award we are immensely proud of as it recognises our focus on investing in and growing a skilled staff base. As a City Building employee, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, excellent annual leave, and access to the Strathclyde Pension Fund. You will also benefit from wellbeing initiatives and discounted gym membership, supporting a positive and healthy work life balance.

About the Role

The Senior Health and Safety Officer is an integral member of the Health, Safety and Environmental team. In this role, you will support the Health, Safety and Environmental manager in delivering and implementing City Buildings health and safety management systems, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and the ISO 45001 standards. You will be required to provide expert advice and guidance across the organization, promoting a positive health and safety culture, and contribute to the development and management of the Health and Safety team. You will be responsible for supporting the operations division on all health and safety matters, assisting with staff management and work programmes, and undertaking fire risk assessments, audits, inspections, and accident investigations. The role also includes supporting managers with CDM and asbestos-related matters, implementing corrective actions, and developing and delivering effective health and safety training.

What You Will Bring

The post holder will have strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills, with proven experience working in a health and safety role within a complex, multi-site organisation. You will have the ability to provide effective advice and guidance to a range of stakeholders, building positive working relationships and influencing health and safety best practice across the business. You will be knowledgeable in current health and safety legislation and industry developments, with the ability to apply innovative and practical solutions that support continuous improvement and promote a positive health and safety culture. A full UK driving licence and NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent is essential.

How to Apply

Please refer to the role profile for more information. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience for this role then please apply by Midnight on Sunday 13th September 2026.