Operational Safety Advisor - Prison Maintenance

Job Title:

Health & Safety Advisor (Temporary)

Location:

Working across 18 prison sites (West Midlands and Wales) - approx. 3 site visits per week, 2 days working from home. This role requires security vetting, so a clean criminal record is essential.

Role Overview :

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support FM and maintenance projects across multiple prison sites. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and educating trade operatives on safe working practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Safety Support:
  • Conduct regular visits to prison sites (approx. 3 per week) to monitor compliance and provide guidance.
• Education & Training:
  • Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings to trade operatives.
  • Promote best practices and raise awareness of safe working methods.
• Advisory & Compliance:
  • Advise on health and safety requirements for FM and maintenance projects.
  • Ensure adherence to relevant legislation and company policies.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Liaise with management teams to address safety concerns and implement improvements.
  • Support project teams in risk assessments and method statements.
• Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate records of site visits, audits, and training sessions.
  • Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualifications:
  • NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum).
  • TechIOSH or GradIOSH membership.
• Experience:
  • Background in construction, maintenance, or facilities management health & safety.
  • Proven ability to deliver toolbox talks and engage operatives effectively.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time across multiple sites.

Desirable:

• Experience working within secure environments or public sector projects.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and risk management in FM projects.

Working Pattern:

• Site Visits:
  Approx. 3 days per week across 18 prison sites.
• Remote Work: 2 days per week from home for reporting and planning.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at