Health and Safety Advisor

*DO NOT APPLY VIA INDEED. FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED PLEASE APPLY VIA THE POLICE SCOTLAND WEBSITE AT THE LINK BELOW*

https://policescotland-spacareers.tal.net/vx/appcentre-PoliceScotlandExternal/brand-3/candidate/so/pm/6/pl/24/opp/1902-Health-and-Safety-Advisor/en-GB

ABOUT THE JOB

The successful candidate will be responsible for provision of professional advice on all health and safety matters to ensure the safety of all officers and staff in the course of their employment both operationally and in Police buildings to ensure the Force meets its statutory obligations.

They will ensure the safety of the public who visit Police buildings and any others who are directly or indirectly affected by our operational activities.

They will promote and create a safe and healthy working environment assisting with the development and implementation of policies and procedures and training.

ABOUT YOU

You will be educated to NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.

You will have Membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and Chartered membership of IOSH (or be actively working towards it).

This full time post is permanent and requires Standard Recruitment Vetting. You will work 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

This full time post is permanent and will require Standard Recruitment Vetting. You will work 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00.

The following competencies at level 2 will be used for the selection process:

We are emotionally aware

We take ownership

We are collaborative

We deliver, support and inspire

We analyse critically

We are innovative and open minded

BENEFITS

- Competitive salary and guaranteed allowances

- Annual salary increments

- Local Government Pension Scheme

- 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays on appointment

- Wide range of family friendly policies

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Access to range of staff associations

- Scottish Police Recreation Association

- Scottish Police Credit Union

- Cycle to Work Scheme

INTERVIEW GUARANTEE

The Scottish Police Authority / Police Scotland is committed to positive action in the recruitment and selection of people with disabilities. We guarantee an interview to any applicant who has a disability, as defined under the Equality Act 2010, and who meets the essential criteria for the post. Please regard this as an opportunity to let us help you. Tell us of any aspects which could present difficulties and any suggestions for overcoming these.

RESIDENCY AND ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions. You should also have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application.

TO APPLY

Please visit the Police Scotland Career Site for Job Reference Number – 1902

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £37,334.00-£42,423.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh, EH15 1AL

Reference ID: 1902