Senior Safety & Resilience Officer ref RQ1719157, West Midlands

Health & Safety Compliance Officer to support the safe and compliant delivery of our waste and recycling services across the borough.

In this operational role, you’ll work closely with frontline crews, supervisors, and managers to ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation. You’ll carry out inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, and use CCTV and on‑site monitoring to promote safe working practices and a positive safety culture.

You’ll have experience in a health and safety role within a high‑risk or operational environment, strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation, and the confidence to engage with frontline staff. Experience in waste services or local government and a NEBOSH qualification are desirable.

This role requires regular site presence, flexibility, and the ability to work independently in a hands‑on environment.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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