Job Description

Vacancy Type
Permanent
Location
HMP Glenochil
Pay Band
D
Salary
36, 268 - 42, 587

Closing Date

28/09/2025, 10:00
Hours of work
Normal Office Hours
Full or Part Time
Full-Time
Weekly Hours
35
Job Purpose
To act as advisor, ensuring that all health & safety legislation is adhered to and that policies and procedures are adopted, and to help to plan, implement, monitor and review the protective and preventative measures which provide assurance to the Governor that HMP Glenochil can minimise operational losses, occupational health problems, accidents and injuries.
Responsibilities
Improve the safety culture within the establishment through raising awareness, competency levels, and commitment to Health, Safety and Fire from all levels, improving communication and establishing robust control systems.

Lead initial accident/fire investigations, identify corrective actions required and drive their implementation

Report any incidents to outside agencies as required and to liaise with such agencies during investigations etc.

Carry out regular establishment inspections with Managers, GIC and TUS & H&S Representatives to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented

Highlight any potential area of risk to the SPS and establishment to the GIC and Senior Management and to drive through solutions

Advise all staff on all regulatory requirements and provide training and coaching as required.

Person Specification

SPS recruitment and selection practice is based on the fundamentals of our Competencies for Success Framework. This identifies behaviours and standards required both of applicants seeking to join us, and our staff in their respective roles. Assessment of specific behaviours, of which there are eight, will be determined by the role you are applying for. Whilst it is unlikely you will be assessed on all of them, you will be assessed on those identified as key to role.
Qualification Requirements
Attained NEBOSH Level 3 General Certificate

Attained NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements
Competent in the use of computerised systems including SharePoint and MS Office Packages

Experience of working within the field of Health and Fire Safety

Knowledge of current Health & Fire Safety legislative requirements within a prison/secure environment
Behaviour Requirements
Listen & Communicate

Relationships & Collaboration
Solve Problems & Make Decisions
Selection method 1
Final Stage Interview