HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISOR

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About the vacancy
Vacancy ID:
2208
Organisation:
Carmarthenshire County Council
Number of vacancies:
1
Contract type:
Permanent Full Time
Location:
Carmarthen
Grade:
Grade H
Salary:
£35,412 - £39,862
If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata’d accordingly
Hourly Rate :
£18.36 - £20.66
Contract Hours
37
Come and join our team

HEALTH & SAFETY ADVISOR

Bring your expertise. Shape the culture. Make an impact.
Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional ready to hit the ground running?
We’re looking for someone with the knowledge, confidence, and professionalism to make an impact from day one. You’ll bring a strong focus on risk management and provide expert advice across a range of occupations — while being part of a team driving positive change and high standards
Attributes for Success

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring more than just technical knowledge. We’re looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Clear communication – able to explain H&S in a practical, engaging way
• Professionalism & integrity – acting as a trusted advisor across all levels
• Confidence & resilience – able to address and influence unsafe practices with professionalism
• Problem-solving skills – balancing compliance with practical solutions
• Collaboration – a team player who supports others and raises standards
• Adaptability – forward-thinking and ready to tackle emerging risks
• Commitment to learning – staying current with legislation and best practice

What’s in it for you?
✅ Excellent local authority pension
✅ Flexible working arrangements
✅ In-house benefits scheme
✅ Ongoing professional learning & development

If you’ve got the experience, attitude, and drive to show others how great Health & Safety advisory work is really done — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and bring your expertise to our team.
For an informal discussion please contact Jackie Bergiers:jbergiers@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Job Description:
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Welsh language level - verbal
Level 2 - You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
Closing Date:
29/09/2025, 23:55

• Clear communication – able to explain H&S in a practical, engaging way
• Professionalism & integrity – acting as a trusted advisor across all levels
• Confidence & resilience – able to address and influence unsafe practices with professionalism
• Problem-solving skills – balancing compliance with practical solutions
• Collaboration – a team player who supports others and raises standards
• Adaptability – forward-thinking and ready to tackle emerging risks
• Commitment to learning – staying current with legislation and best practic