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We are looking for someone who will be the strategic lead on the development, coordination and delivery of the Councils Business Continuity and Health & Safety framework, planning and actions. The role will also be responsible for the operation of the strategic BC board in support of the Director of Resources and the Health & Safety Governance of the Council and will be the key link with the hosted emergency planning team for the Council.
What we are looking for:
- Experience in setting strategic objectives and policy in a large highly complex organisation with demonstrable experience of implementing strategy.
- Professional accreditation - Business Continuity qualification or relevant demonstrable experience
- A chartered member of IOSH or working towards membership within 12 months of being appointed.
- A successful track record in developing effective working alliances together with a proven ability to network.
- Strong commercial acumen and financial management skills.
- Substantial experience and understanding of key legislative and national developments affecting Business Continuity, it’s assurance frameworks and their effective implementation
- Understanding of emergency planning and multi-agency response
What can we offer you:
- Excellent training and development offers
- Flexible working opportunities
- Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
- Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
- Competitive rates of pay
Interview information
Closing date: 04 April 2024
Interview date: WC 08 April 2024
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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