Health and Safety Assistant

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for you to join the Health and Safety team at Blackpool Zoo and Lakes Aquarium, based at Blackpool Zoo (some travel will be required between the two sites).

We are looking for someone who can share their passion, vision and work ethic to make a real, positive difference and organisational impact within the Health and Safety agenda.

The successful candidate will be values-driven, ambitious, enthusiastic and a self-motivating team player. They will also need excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills and you have the confidence to liaise with a wide range of people, including staff across all departments, senior managers, directors and HQ. This will be a great opportunity for an individual with an interest in or some knowledge of health and safety and to progress and learn.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• To provide health and safety support to staff and others as necessary.
• Input and manage data entry onto company software reporting systems.
• To assist in the undertaking of risk assessments throughout the parks.
• To report and assist staff to report health and safety incidents on the company incident reporting tool.
• Assist, when necessary, with incident investigations and provide reports and updates as necessary.
• To assist with the undertaking of inspections/audits as necessary to ensure the workplace is deemed fit for purpose and to reduce the element of risk to all concerned.
• To play an active part in the parks Health and Safety Committee and any other health and safety meetings.
• To undertake any other duties deemed appropriate by the Health and Safety Manager.

What do we need from you?

• Preferably hold a NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent or are willing to work towards one.
• Have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to input, analyse and present data accurately.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise their own workload to ensure deadlines are met and work is of an appropriate standard.
• Be values-driven, ambitious, enthusiastic and a self-motivating team player.
• Current driver's licence.

This role is full-time permanent (40 hours per week, 5 days a week) and based at Blackpool Zoo. The days will predominantly be Monday to Friday but there will be some occasional weekend working required.

What do you get from us?

The position carries an annual salary of £24,000 (dependent on experience), a competitive benefits package, 28 days holiday and complimentary tickets to the attractions.

How to apply?

Please send a detailed CV and covering letter explaining why you wish to be considered for this post to recruitment@blackpoolzoo.org.uk

Closing date: Sunday 28th May 2023.