Health and Safety Advisor

The main purpose of this role is to act as a lead Occupational Health and Safety Adviser/Officer, responsible for monitoring and reporting on the effective implementation of DVSA Occupational Health and Safety Policies and guidance.

Communicating effectively with all parts of the Agency is a key part of this role and the holder will be expected to organise, coordinate and contribute effectively across DVSA, engaging with all stakeholders as appropriate.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Conducting Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) reviews at designated premises, to include FRAs at smaller and remote sites as appropriate.

- Researching as necessary and communicate effectively as subject matter expert with internal and external stakeholders in order to implement a consistent approach to Health and Safety and fire safety

- Attending staff workplaces and assess ergonomic requirements to help staff members as required

- Making recommendations for improvement where necessary

- Preparing, coordinating and proactively lead on Health and Safety inspection schedules for the designated areas in line with DVSA's health & safety policies and procedures as well as other areas as appropriate, engaging with key stakeholders

Can you use your superb interpersonal skills to share information with others at all levels?