Senior Health and Safety Advisor

Job Description

Glasgow Life is looking for a Senior Health and Safety Advisor to join us on a full time, permanent contract. As Senior Health and Safety Advisor you will be joining our in-demand Infrastructure Support Team. You will be part of a dedicated team which supports  health and safety within the organisation.

More about our Corporate Services
As a Senior Health and Safety Advisor you will be joining Corporate Services. This includes Marketing and Communications, Business Support, Infrastructure and Finance. HR, Retail and Procurement and Development are also part of this. These teams undertake a wide range of roles to keep Glasgow Life operating smoothly as a first-rate charity. From creating compelling messages about the work we do to providing insights which help shape strategies. They also oversee the operation of over 100 venues across the city, account for millions of pounds, support our staff, and bring income into the charity through our shops.

About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We help put on world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music. 

The role 
As a Senior Health and Safety Advisor, you’ll be an integral part of the team by developing, promotion and implementing the health and safety management framework across the organisation. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager and working alongside an established team. 

The candidate 
If you’re interested in joining us as a Senior Health and Safety Advisor you’ll need: 
• Relevant degree or professional qualification e.g. NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.  Plus Chartered Membership of the Institute of Safety and Health
• Subject matter expert on health and safety legislation and regulation
• Experience of implementing health and safety management systems including the development of policies, guidance and auditing 
• Portray health and safety in a ‘can do’ sensible and proportionate manner
• Experience of working with Trade Unions

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.

We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Dates: Closing date 29 January 2023 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for w/c 6th February 2023.

Benefits at Glasgow Life 
We offer a generous holiday allowance of 30 days, rising to 35 days after 5 years, plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). You’ll also be eligible to join the Strathclyde Pension Fund, which pays 19.3% employer contribution and is one of the largest local authority pension providers in the UK. Additional benefits include staff discounts, cycle to work scheme, option to buy annual leave, flexible retirement as well as family-friendly policies.

 

 

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer 

 

 

 

Application Packs

Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, Audio and other languages. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 0141 287 1054.

Packs will be posted out to you within 3 working days of receiving your telephone request.

Please note the closing date of the job advert to ensure that you give yourself plenty of time to complete your application form and return it to us.

Further Information

For further information about working for us please refer to our website https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/work-with-us