Health & Safety Officer - Financial Services

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Health, Safety, Security & Environmental (HSSE) Coordinator to support the effective management of health, safety, security and environmental activities across the Bank's operations. Reporting into the Facilities Operations Manager and working closely with the wider Property & Corporate Services (PCS) team, the role is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure and compliant working environment for employees, contractors and visitors. The successful candidate will lead health and safety initiatives, oversee workplace risk assessments, coordinate emergency preparedness activities and drive environmental and sustainability programmes, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and internal requirements. This position also plays a key role in maintaining the physical security of the Bank's premises in partnership with landlords, service providers and specialist contractors. 1. Health & Safety Management (40%) Take ownership of the day-to-day Health & Safety function, ensuring compliance with legislation, internal policies and industry best practice.,

• Support the Facilities Operations Manager in overseeing all Health & Safety activities across the Bank.
• Ensure continued compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company policies and internal standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment through regular reviews and proactive identification of workplace hazards.
• Conduct Health & Safety inductions for all new employees, contractors and visitors where required.
• Carry out workstation (DSE) assessments for employees in accordance with HSE guidelines.
• Review workplace risk assessments regularly and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Maintain and update all Health & Safety policies, procedures and documentation.
• Provide Health & Safety advice and guidance to employees and management.
• Respond to individual employee Health & Safety concerns and workplace wellbeing issues as they arise.
Typical activities:
• Deliver Health & Safety inductions for all new joiners.
• Conduct workstation assessments for employees across the business.
• Review policies and procedures on an ongoing basis.
• Monitor compliance and reporting requirements throughout the year., Manage and investigate all accidents, incidents and near-miss events.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative measures.
• Maintain incident logs and ensure appropriate reporting and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate and maintain emergency response procedures.
• Review annual Fire Risk Assessments and ensure actions are completed within agreed timelines.
• Assist landlords with the planning and delivery of six-monthly fire drills.
• Organise and coordinate major incident evacuation and invacuation exercises.
• Ensure emergency procedures are communicated effectively across the organisation.
Typical activities:
• Annual review of Fire Risk Assessments.
• Coordination of biannual fire drills.
• Ongoing incident investigations and corrective action tracking.
• Regular testing and review of emergency response procedures.
Manage workplace emergency support resources and compliance training programmes.,
• Coordinate training and ongoing competency management for Fire Marshals and First Aiders.
• Maintain up-to-date records of:
• Fire Marshals
• First Aiders
• Safety Officers
• Emergency contacts
• Ensure appropriate first aid and emergency equipment is maintained and available.
• Support employee awareness of workplace safety procedures.
• Deliver Health & Safety training sessions and awareness programmes as required.
Typical activities:
• Training coordination and record management throughout the year.
• Periodic reviews of emergency equipment and resources.
• Ongoing employee communication and awareness initiatives., Assist with the ongoing maintenance and continuous improvement of ISO 14001 accreditation.
• Monitor environmental performance and sustainability initiatives.
• Support carbon reduction, energy efficiency and waste management programmes.
• Promote recycling initiatives and environmental best practices across the organisation.
• Produce environmental reports and performance updates as required.
• Organise environmental awareness campaigns and employee engagement activities.
Typical activities:
• Monitoring environmental performance metrics.
• Supporting annual environmental audits and accreditation reviews.
• Delivering awareness campaigns throughout the year., Work alongside landlords, managing agents and security providers to maintain physical site security.
• Monitor security procedures and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support permit-to-work processes and contractor management activities.
• Assist with wider Facilities and Property & Corporate Services initiatives.
• Provide support across the PCS function as required.
Additional Requirement:
• Participate in emergency response arrangements and be available to respond to critical incidents outside normal business hours when required.
  
  NEBOSH General Certificate.
• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
Essential Experience & Knowledge
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience conducting workplace risk assessments and investigations.
• Understanding of permit-to-work systems.
• Knowledge of workplace security principles and controls.
• Understanding of environmental legislation and sustainability best practices.
• Experience maintaining compliance records and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and training delivery capability.
• Ability to write clear policies, procedures and guidance documents.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Calm and effective decision-making under pressure., IOSH Managing Safely Certificate.
• First Aid Certification.