Health and Safety AdvisorSalary: £41,664 + Excellent BenefitsLocation: High Wycombe or Letchworth Garden City hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days from home / site visits)Contract: PermanentHours: 37 hours per weekHelp us build a positive, proactive safety culture that protects colleagues, contractors and visitorsAt SettleParadigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high-quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising the number of new affordable homes we build. Our recent merger brings together shared values and ambition, helping us make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve.We are now looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Health and Safety Advisor to join our team and help us maintain a safe, healthy and legally compliant working environment across the organisation.About the roleAs our Health and Safety Advisor, youll play a crucial role in supporting colleagues, managers and leaders to understand their responsibilities and embed safe working practices. Youll provide expert advice, carry out risk assessments, lead investigations, deliver training and support continuous improvement across all areas of health and safety.This is a hands-on, varied and highly influential role where youll work across multiple sites, teams and disciplines. Youll help shape our safety culture, ensure compliance with legislation and internal standards, and contribute to the wellbeing of everyone who interacts with our organisation.What youll doProvide professional advice, guidance and support on all health and safety mattersEnsure compliance with legislation, standards and internal policies through proactive monitoring, audits and inspectionsConduct and review risk assessments and safe systems of work across a range of activitiesLead or support incident and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and corrective actionsDevelop and deliver health and safety training, toolbox talks, inductions and briefingsSupport the creation, review and implementation of policies, procedures and safe working processesPromote and encourage the use of the organisations Health and Safety SystemCarry out internal audits, weekly inspections and maintain accurate records and reportsMonitor compliance with DSE and Lone Worker proceduresSupport the development and testing of emergency procedures including fire evacuation plans and drillsReview contractor documentation, permits and risk assessments, ensuring safe working practicesPromote a positive safety culture through engagement, coaching and communicationProvide ongoing support to the Head of Health and Safety and Health and Safety ManagerWhat success looks likeStrong compliance with legislation, policies and safe working practicesClear, accurate and timely reporting of risks, incidents and performance trendsEffective risk assessments and safe systems of work in place across all areasWell-supported colleagues who understand their responsibilities and feel confident working safelyA positive, proactive safety culture embedded across the organisationSmooth delivery of audits, inspections, emergency procedures and trainingContinuous improvement in health and safety processes and behavioursWhat were looking forMust havesNEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent recognised health and safety qualificationExperience providing health and safety advice in a multi-disciplinary or complex environmentExperience conducting risk assessments, safe systems of work, audits and incident investigationsExperience developing and delivering training or safety briefingsStrong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and codes of practiceUnderstanding of risk management principles and root-cause analysisExcellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage colleagues at all levelsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailAbility to interpret legislation and translate it into practical guidanceStrong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasksConfident producing clear, accurate documentation and reportsProficient IT skills including Microsoft Office and incident or compliance management systemsFull driving licence and a car with business insurance plus willingness to travel across Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and HertfordshireNice to havesExperience analysing safety performance data and producing reports for leadershipExperience contributing to safety culture or behavioural safety programmesIOSH membership (TechIOSH or GradIOSH)NEBOSH Fire Safety CertificateUnderstanding of CDM Regulations 2015For added brillianceEnthusiastic, collaborative and committed to putting peoples wellbeing firstA proactive, solutions-focused mindsetAbility to build strong relationships and coach othersCalm, clear and confident when navigating complex or challenging situationsBenefitsAnnual salary: £41,664 + Excellent Benefits25 days holiday increasing with service plus Christmas closure and buy optionsGenerous pension scheme up to 9.5 percent employer contributionEnhanced family friendly leaveHealth cash plan with up to £1,800 for everyday health costsLife cover and income protectionHybrid working, modern offices, free parking and EV chargingCar leasing via salary sacrifice for permanent colleaguesFunded training, qualifications and apprenticeships3 paid volunteering daysPeer recognition rewards platformPaid professional subscription one per yearAnd thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide:Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships3 paid volunteering days in the local communitiesPeer-recognition rewards platformPaid professional subscription (one per year)Working Hours37 hours per weekMonday to Thursday 09:00 to 17:30Friday 09:00 to 17:00Hybrid working, 2 days per week in the office, 3 days per week working from home.Our CommitmentWe are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.Accessibility and AdjustmentsWe are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.Closing Date: 10/04/2026We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.JBRP1_UKTJ