Health, Safety and Environmental Lead

Health, Safety and Environmental Lead

Location: Central and South West

Job Type: Permanent Full Time 37.5 hours

Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 per annum (Depending on experience)

Job Ref: CENTRALSOUTHWEST/HSEL/100

We are currently recruiting for a Health, Safety and Environmental Lead to join the team at a prestigious private healthcare provider in the Central and South West area

Benefits of working as the Health, Safety and Environmental Lead:

• A structured pathway for your career development
• Private pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities
• Private Healthcare Scheme
• Paid Charity/Volunteer day
• Free wellbeing services
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Extensive rewards including blue light card
• Annual leave - 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Flexible shift pattern

The main duties of the Health, Safety and Environmental Lead role include:

• Advising and aiding the Senior Management Team (SMT) in understanding and fulfilling obligations outlined in applicable Health & Safety Acts, regulations, and guidance.
• Assisting and guiding the SMT in fostering a robust health and safety ethos within the Hospital.
• Assuring the facility's demonstration of a suitable level of adherence to pertinent health and safety standards for regulatory bodies like CQC, HIS, HIW, HSE, EA, local government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Effectively managing environmental risks across the premises while ensuring compliance with all associated legislation and hospital group policies.
• Advocating for environmental management and perpetually enhancing performance in this regard.
• Promptly escalating inadequately managed Health and safety risks to the Operational Manager/Director and proposing improvements, particularly concerning areas such as car park safety, water safety, asbestos management, etc.

What we are looking for in a successful candidate:

• Experience in Health & Safety operations.
• Expertise in managing Health and safety protocols.
• Proficiency in conducting diverse Risk Assessments.
• Competence in overseeing Contractor Safety.
• Proven track record in Training and delivering presentations.
• Possession of a Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety Management or readiness to pursue a recognized certification.
• Membership in a Health & Safety professional body (IOSH) or readiness to seek professional registration.
• Proficiency in Fire Safety practices.
• Capability to interpret and apply relevant Health & Safety legislation, Approved Codes of Practice, and guidance, providing guidance to managers on various Health & Safety issues.
• Extensive background as a Risk Assessor.
• Skills in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Incident Investigation.
• Adeptness in Contractor Management.
• Experience in conducting audits.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a professional, dynamic and supportive team, reach out to us today!