JOB TITLE: Health & Safety Advisor
DEPARTMENT: Health and Safety
DIRECT REPORTS: None
LOCATION: Stamford Bridge, with travel to Cobham, Kingsmeadow and off-site activities as required
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full Time
Closing date: 20th November
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To support the Head of Health and Safety in implementing and maintaining an effective health and safety management programme that protects staff, contractors and visitors across all Chelsea FC premises. The role advises the business on appropriate procedures, works with subsidiaries and key stakeholders, and acts as a health and safety ambassador across the organisation.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain the workplace health and safety training programme, including identifying training needs, sourcing and delivering appropriate training and inductions, monitoring attendance and effectiveness, and ensuring refresher training is completed.
- Maintain, review and update the Health and Safety Management System.
- Proactively manage and minimise operating risk within Millennium & Copthorne Hotels, supporting the implementation, monitoring and management of health and safety policies and procedures in line with hotel and Chelsea FC guidelines.
- Maintain the risk assessment programme by supporting departments to complete suitable and sufficient assessments, implement recommendations, develop safe systems of work where required, and review assessments annually, following an accident or when activities change.
- Draft, review and implement health and safety policies and procedures, and prepare reports as required.
- Investigate accidents and adverse events, ensuring recommendations and corrective actions are completed to help prevent recurrence.
- Keep up to date with legislative changes, industry developments and relevant health and safety guidance.
- Work with the Help Desk to maintain the contractor management programme and audit statutory equipment testing and maintenance checks.
- Maintain accurate health and safety records, filing systems and intranet pages, updating documents and information as required.
- Maintain the First Aid system, including reviewing risk assessments, updating registers and departmental information, and training staff on procedures.
- Prepare information for and attend Safety Champion meetings, working with departmental Safety Representatives to implement local safety initiatives.
- Complete safety inspections and support audits of departments, site services and contractors, producing reports and monitoring completion of recommendations.
- Maintain effective relationships with external agencies, including the HSE, Local Authority, London Fire Brigade and insurers.
- Support ad hoc projects, one-off events, and the planning and set-up of meeting and event functions.
- Support the Foundation on and off Club premises by preparing and reviewing risk assessments and providing on-the-ground monitoring and support.
MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE:
- Departmental and contractor audits are completed, with recommendations tracked through to completion.
- Inspections are undertaken and departments are supported to maintain effective inspection programmes.
- Accident and incident statistics are analysed and reported accurately.
- Health and safety documentation meets Local Authority requirements.
- Notifiable incidents are investigated to the standard required by the Local Authority.
- A score of at least 85% is maintained in the Premier League Health & Safety Audit.
- Departmental performance objectives are achieved.
- Accident numbers reduce year on year.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
- NEBOSH certificate or equivalent qualification.
- A good understanding of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act and Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations.
- Broad health and safety experience, ideally across hotels, buildings and facilities, leisure clubs, catering, events and exhibitions, agricultural equipment, public services or retail.
- Strong organisation and diligence, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Ability to work independently, use sound judgement and solve problems logically.
- Strong administration and record-keeping skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication, with effective negotiation skills.
- A tactful but assertive approach, with high professional standards.
- Trustworthy and discreet, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
CLUB VALUES & BEHAVIOURS
- Brave: Takes a proactive, tactful and appropriately assertive approach to identifying and addressing health and safety risks.
- Lead: Demonstrates high professional standards, sound judgement and personal accountability when advising the business.
- Unity: Builds constructive relationships with colleagues, departments, contractors, the Foundation and external agencies to deliver safe working practices.
- Edge: Applies logical thinking, problem-solving and continuous learning to improve health and safety systems, controls and outcomes.
OUR EXPECTATIONS:
- To embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
- To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
- To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
- To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
- To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department
- To represent the Club in a professional manner at all times, acting as a positive ambassador and upholding the values, reputation, and standards expected across all interactions.
- To take responsibility for ongoing personal and professional development, actively engaging in training, feedback, and learning opportunities to enhance performance.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Chelsea FC, we believe that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to creating an environment where every colleague and every applicant feels valued, respected, and able to be their authentic self. We welcome the unique experiences, perspectives and backgrounds that each person brings, and we celebrate the positive impact this has on our club and community.
We are dedicated to ensuring fair and equitable opportunities for all, and we give full consideration to every applicant regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy and maternity.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter. We’re here to listen, support you, and ensure you have what you need to participate fully.
Chelsea FC is also firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. All successful applicants will be required to complete a DBS check prior to starting employment, and some roles may require additional safeguarding screening where appropriate.
This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role. Duties may evolve over time to reflect the changing needs and priorities of the Club.
