Alison Moss
@alisonmoss
Health and Safety Consultant with extensive experience in risk management.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Health and Safety Consultant with a wealth of experience in managing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices across various sectors. My career spans over two decades, during which I have successfully led initiatives to improve safety standards, develop comprehensive policies, and ensure compliance with regulations. My recent role as a Permit to Work Office Director at GSK involved establishing a new office to manage contractor safety, where I recruited and led a team of specialists to oversee high-risk activities.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong commitment to enhancing workplace safety and health. I have worked with numerous organizations, including local councils and educational institutions, to implement effective health and safety management systems. My expertise includes conducting audits, risk assessments, and developing training programs tailored to specific environments, such as laboratories and schools. I am passionate about fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, ensuring that all stakeholders are engaged and informed.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
H&S Advisor/Consultant
Money and Pensions Service (MaPS)
Feb 2025 - Jun 2025 (4 months)
Successfully unified disparate H&S management processes into a new, cohesive approach, implementing new policies, procedures, and risk management strategies. Focused on individual risk assessment, training, and addressing specific challenges related to home, remote, and lone working environments.
Permit to Work Office Director
GSK
Feb 2023 - Feb 2025 (2 years)
Established a new independent construction permit to work office, managing contractor safety through permits and work authorizations within GSK R&D. Recruited and led a team of nine specialists responsible for reviewing RAMS, auditing, and managing the approval process across UK R&D sites.
Interim Corporate H&S Manager
Haringey Council
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023 (6 months)
Led policy and strategy review for amalgamated Housing and Corporate H&S, and developed and executed a Schools' H&S audit program across over 100 schools. Managed building, refurbishment, and repair projects in liaison with Corporate Landlord and advised on corporate risk register entries for H&S.
Interim H&S Manager (Housing and Compliance)
Harrow Council
Oct 2021 - Feb 2022 (4 months)
Measured contract findings against maintenance response for issues like legionella, asbestos, and fire safety. Organized inspection plans for approximately 600 dwellings across the borough.
Interim EHS Adviser
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)
Sep 2020 - May 2021 (8 months)
Managed day-to-day EHS operations across the Stevenage site during the COVID-19 pandemic, acting as EHS business partner to the Chemistry Department. Focused on laboratory research, inventory, waste management, and monitoring EHS reporting systems for incidents and near misses.
Interim Health and Safety Manager
King's College London Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Pall
Aug 2020 - Sep 2020 (1 month)
Managed day-to-day H&S for home-working staff and developed and implemented post-COVID-19 pandemic arrangements for teaching and phased return to college. Focused on ensuring a safe environment for staff and students returning to campus.
Interim Safety, Health and Environment Manager
Newham College
Oct 2019 - Feb 2020 (4 months)
Developed and implemented SHE policies and procedures across 16 sites, including fire risk assessments and first aid provisions. Ensured comprehensive safety measures were in place for diverse college environments.
COSHH Consultant
Birkbeck, University of London
Jul 2016 - Jul 2019 (3 years)
Responsible for data input and analysis for the "Sevron" project, covering chemistry and microbiology laboratories (Cat 1 and Cat 2). Ensured accurate and comprehensive data management for laboratory safety.
Interim Schools H&S Manager
Redbridge Council
Mar 2018 - May 2018 (2 months)
Evaluated 89 schools by developing and disseminating an online assessment, followed by an audit protocol and onsite auditing. Managed board reporting and Depot H&S and fire risk management.
Principal Consultant
Ministry of Justice
Nov 2016 - May 2017 (6 months)
Restructured the Ministry of Justice's H&S provision following the addition of cluster departments. Developed H&S management systems for Illumina, including CAT 4 laboratories, and conducted specialist DSE assessments for Sport England.
Interim Schools H&S and Compliance Manager
Lewisham Council
Jun 2016 - Nov 2016 (5 months)
Reviewed and developed policy for all 110 schools across the borough, including special needs schools. Conducted audits, fire risk assessments, and statutory compliance inspections, also serving as Radiation Protection Officer.
H&S Consultant – Interim Corporate H&S and Compliance Manager
Southwark Council
Feb 2016 - Mar 2016 (1 month)
Reviewed H&S management across the council, managed multiple housing-related HSE investigations, and reviewed H&S compliance within Corporate Facilities Management during internal restructuring. Ensured adherence to corporate landlord model standards.
H&S Consultant – Corporate H&S Management
Tower Hamlets Council
Sep 2015 - Feb 2016 (5 months)
Revised and introduced Corporate H&S policy, including new areas like driving and CDM Regulations 2015. Conducted general risk assessments, audits, and fire risk assessments within schools, and advised on specialist issues.
H&S Consultancy
Local Schools, Organisations and Businesses
Jul 2010 - Jul 2015 (5 years)
Volunteered on projects primarily focused on event health and safety, audits, and fire risk management. Contributed to community safety initiatives during a career break.
Associate Director (Safety, Health and Environment)
University of Westminster
Aug 2001 - Jul 2015 (13 years 11 months)
Led Health, Safety and Environment (SHE) and occupational health management across all University sectors, including international campuses. Managed staff and non-staff budgets, developed and implemented SHE policies based on OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001/Ecocampus standards, and led corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiatives.
SHE Consultant
Rapid Results College
Apr 2002 - Jul 2004 (2 years 3 months)
Authored "Managing Safely" and "Working Safely" courses, taught "Managing Safely" through an e-learning environment, and graded examination papers for various NEBOSH courses. Contributed to the development and delivery of safety education programs.
Health, Safety and Environmental Adviser
College of North West London
Mar 1999 - Aug 2001 (2 years 5 months)
Provided health, safety, and environmental advisory services for a large educational institution with multiple sites and outreach centers. Ensured compliance and safety for a diverse population of students and staff.
Consultant
AIMS Ltd
Mar 1998 - Mar 1999 (1 year)
Managed specialist occupational hygiene projects, delivered NEBOSH Certificate and Diploma training, conducted environmental audits, and advised on construction works. Provided expert witness services for various environmental and occupational health issues.
Health and Safety Advisor (Planning Supervisor)
Scott Wilson Kirkpatrick & Co. Ltd.
Jun 1997 - Mar 1998 (9 months)
Managed H&S projects and provided expertise in Construction Health, Safety, and Environment, acting as Planning Supervisor. Duties included project management, contractor competence assessments, developing health and safety plans, site inspections, and managing health and safety files for construction and demolition projects.
Consultant
Adams Environmental Limited
May 1996 - Mar 1997 (10 months)
Marketed health, safety, and environmental services and managed projects, providing expertise in areas such as air pollutant monitoring and water hygiene audits. Developed methodologies and provided training to NEBOSH Diploma and Certificate students.
Environmental Consultant
Envex Company Limited
Feb 1995 - May 1996 (1 year 3 months)
Assisted in marketing health, safety, and environmental services and provided expertise on projects including Radon monitoring and assessment of pollutant levels at transport interchanges. Designed and implemented Envex' ISO 9002 quality system.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Bath
MSc, Integrated Environmental Management
Grade: incomplete dissertation
Completed all taught courses and passed in Integrated Environmental Management. The curriculum included Cost Benefit Analysis, Sustainable Development, Clean Technologies, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Auditing, Environmental Risk Management, and Life Cycle Assessment.
Brunel University
PhD, Environmental Systems
Conducted an investigation into the effects of applied fields on environmental systems. Research focused on crystallisation processes, plant and bacteria growth, and reaction dynamics.
University of York
BSc, Chemistry
Studied Chemistry with a final year project focused on 'An Investigation of Air Pollution in York'. Gained a comprehensive understanding of chemical principles and their application to environmental issues.
Hills Road Sixth Form College
'A' Levels, Science and Mathematics
Completed 'A' Levels in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Further Mathematics. Developed a strong foundation in scientific and mathematical principles.
Sawston Village College
'O' Levels, General Studies
Achieved 10 'O' Levels, including English and Mathematics, along with an 'AO' Level in Mathematics. Gained foundational knowledge across a broad range of subjects.
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