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The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing and care services in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for around 135,000 customers nationwide. Of our 65,000 homes, more than 70% are let at a social or affordable rent, while around 10,000 are owned or part-owned by the people who live in them. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our customers, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services. Safety is our top priority and our safety culture focuses on four key elements: active leadership, taking responsibility, doing the right thing and learning and improving. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing health and safety advice and support to the company. You will carry out audits and inspections, support the management teams in delivering our positive health and safety culture, and advise on health and safety risks to employees, our customers, supply chain and members of the public. The role is being offered on a permanent basis, Monday - Friday, you will be based out of our Milton Keynes office whilst providing support across multiple sites in the home counties region. We are currently operate a Hybrid working style – employees work from home 3 days per week and the office for 2 days per week. What we’re looking for We’re a customer-focussed organisation so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You’ll not only have health and safety experience; you’ll also have great customer service and communication skills and a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done. Please note, the role does involve traveling so applicants must have a driver's licence and access to own vehicle. You’ll also be able to demonstrate: Knowledge of current health and safety legislation, regulations and industry codes of practiceA proven track record of developing and delivering training and presentationsGood organisational and time management skillsGood report writing skillsProven customer service experienceGood attention to detailGood influencing and relationship building skillsGood oral and written communicationsGood knowledge of Microsoft Office Qualification Requirements Essential: NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Desirable: Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) If you’re interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. INDTGP