Technical Assistant
hace 2 días
Nuneaton
Technical Assistant Location: Onsite in Nuneaton Contract: Temporary until end of September, with potential extension Hours: Full-time Role Overview: We are looking for a Technical Assistant to support the Health and Safety team within a local authority. You will assist the Health and Safety Manager in promoting a positive health and safety culture and supporting the day-to-day operations of the team. Key Responsibilities: • Provide administrative support to the Health and Safety team., • Take minutes of meetings and maintain accurate records., • Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and statistical data., • Support the implementation and maintenance of health and safety systems and policies., • Coordinate and organise health and safety training, including booking rooms and recording attendance., • Assist with asbestos management and other health and safety compliance tasks., • Respond to written enquiries and Freedom of Information requests as required., • Promote health and safety awareness across the organisation. Skills & Experience: • Recent experience taking minutes of meetings., • Ability to communicate fluently, both written and verbal., • Basic knowledge of health and safety legislation., • High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications., • Strong attention to detail and accuracy., • Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly. Qualifications: • Educated to Level 2 (GCSE A-C or equivalent), including English and Maths., • NEBOSH General Certificate is desirable or willingness to work towards it. Personal Qualities: • Positive attitude and adaptable to change., • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines., • Team player with good interpersonal skills., • Committed to organisational values and high standards of attendance.