Health & Safety Manager

Why Southwark?

We are on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate Health and Safety Manager to play a pivotal role in driving positive change and fostering a culture of safety excellence. Southwark Council is embarking on an exciting journey to enhance Health and Safety practices across our People & Organisational Development and Strategies and communities functions.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilise your diverse skill set and extensive experience to contribute to the transformation of Health and Safety (H&S) practices throughout the Southwark Council. Key to your success will be your ability to forge strong and collaborative relationships with colleagues across all departments. You will cultivate an inclusive and engaging approach which will empower individuals and propel our health and safety initiatives forward. Join us in shaping a safer and healthier future for our community. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you read more about this rewarding opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and implementing comprehensive health and safety strategies
• As a Health and Safety Manager, you will leverage your expertise to navigate challenges with finesse, using negotiation and influence to garner support from department heads, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Create H&S processes and procedures that align with recognised standards, to serve as a foundation for implementing effective strategies for continuous improvement and transformation.
• Conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing proactive measures to mitigate potential hazards.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Providing expert guidance and training to staff members to foster a culture of safety awareness
• You will create a resilience, pragmatism, and confidence with your decision-making abilities as you tackle complex issues and identify opportunities for service enhancements.

What We're Looking For

• NEBOSH National diploma or an IOSH Qualification with a strong background in health and safety management.
• Previous relevant H&S experience blended with knowledge of Local Government or Public Sector processes is highly desired.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to think laterally and adapt to evolving challenges.
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and promote a culture of safety.
• A passion for making a positive impact within the Southwark Housing community.
• Able to create robust H&S processes, structures and systems.
• A high comfort level with ambiguity, able to navigate challenging opinions with ease.
• This role is part time (3 days per week) and offers flexible home working blended with travel into our London Bridge HQ

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ben Hewitt at [email protected]

Benefits and more information:

In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from working part time and having the flexibility to choose three days you would prefer to work throughout the week and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our page Working for Southwark Council – Southwark

Key Benefits:

- Competitive Salary & Pension : Rewarding your hard work with a great package.

- Part Time Hours : Balance your life with three working days per week.

- Growth Opportunities : Access extensive training and development, both internally and externally.

Additional Information

Additional Information

Recruitment Timetable

Closing Date: 19/09/2026

Shortlisting Date: 23/09/2026

Interview Date: 07/10/2026

Hours of Work: 21.6hrs per week (3 days), working pattern to be confirmed with Hiring Manager

Location: 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH

Type of Contract: Permanent

DBS: No DBS is Required

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative . We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Southwark Council will only contact candidates through official Council recruitment channels. We will not ask you to provide passport details, proof of address, National Insurance number, bank details or payment at application stage. These checks are only requested at the onboarding process – once an offer of employment has been made. If you’re unsure whether a communication you’ve received is genuine, please contact the Resourcing team directly on [email protected] before sharing any personal information.

Be a part of something bigger and more rewarding! apply now to transform lives in your community. Click the 'apply now' button to start your journey with Southwark Council.

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