Health, Safety and Environment Officer

This role is a UK-based, office-based role in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.

About the role:

To promote, develop and maintain a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working and learning environment across UCAS through compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation, regulations policies and best practice standards, to foster a positive safety culture that supports the wellbeing of employees, contractors, visitors and other stakeholders.

Please read the full job description and accountabilities for full details of the role.

Skills, qualifications and experience:

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, or a related field (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH).
• Significant experience as an HSE Officer or similar role.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant health, safety and environmental legislation and standards.
• Significant experience conducting risk assessments, audits and investigations.
• Excellent communication and training delivery skills.
• Proven ability to influence and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Detail-oriented and proactive.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Package:

• Purpose-driven work in a charity-led organisation connecting people to education and opportunity
• Internal training, mentoring, and access to industry-recognised certifications through our development academies
• Hybrid working model built on trust and flexibility, with a 35-hour week and flexible contracts
• 30 days annual leave, 3 concessionary days over Christmas, bank holidays, and the option to purchase additional leave
• Everyday wellbeing support through Perkbox, offering discounts and wellness tools
• Onsite facilities including a subsidised gym, café, and free parking at our Cheltenham office
• Inclusive culture supported by employee networks, wellbeing champions, and Mental Health First Aiders
• Recognition and reward through our quarterly employee scheme and an ex-gratia bonus for going above and beyond

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