Job Description

Salary

42,467 - 45,735 plus 28.97% pension contributions into defined benefits scheme

Contractual hours

35

Basis

Full time

Region

North

Job category/type

FLS Corporate Services

Date posted

03/07/2025

Job reference

REQ1018



Forestry and Land Scotland is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable

Health and Safety Advisor

to join our dedicated Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HS&W) team. This role supports the delivery of expert guidance across a diverse and evolving workplace, helping to embed a culture where health, safety and wellbeing are central to everything we do.

About

the Role

The postholder will provide professional advice and support to staff, managers, contractors, and customers, helping to manage health and safety risks and promote wellbeing. They will contribute to national and regional programmes, support audits and investigations, and help develop policies, training, and systems that improve standards across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver expert health and safety advice across FLS and Scottish Forestry Monitor and analyse safety trends, contributing to continuous improvement Support serious incident investigations and share learnings Promote a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture Develop and deliver training and mentoring Engage with internal teams and external partners, including industry working groups Support health surveillance programmes

About You

The postholder should be an effective communicator with a collaborative approach and a passion for improving workplace wellbeing. They will bring sound judgement, practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to work flexibly across teams and regions.

What we offer

Our list of benefits can be found here.

How to apply

Please review the for more information on this role, applications are received through our recruitment portal by way of CV and Covering Letter.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, recognising that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures that everyone, regardless of race, gender, or other characteristics, is valued and welcomed to contribute to our dynamic team.