Health and Safety Adviser

An exciting opportunity has arisen to support the Trust with the effective management of health and safety. This post will report to the Trust Senior Health and Safety Adviser.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience of health and safety to join the Trust Health and Safety Team. This post will be based in Nottingham, although with agile/flexible working this could be reviewed. The role will work across all Trust sites to support the delivery of effective health and safety and assist Teams in meeting their statutory responsibilities.

The Health and Safety Team provides specialist advice and assistance to staff, senior managers, and Trust Directors. While some experience of health and safety is important with relevant health and safety qualifications, having a positive and engaging approach is equally vital.

We would welcome applications from those looking to start their career in health and safety who have enthusiasm and can demonstrate a passion for health and safety. What is important is that you are motivated, willing to learn, and develop your skills and knowledge.

Applicants should complete their application and use the supporting information section to demonstrate how they meet or could meet the person specification, providing examples of how they have used their health and safety skills and knowledge in the workplace setting.

Main duties of the job:

• To provide advice and support to the Trust Senior Health and Safety Adviser and the Head of Health and Safety.
• Participate as a member of the Health and Safety team in delivery, monitoring, and evaluating all aspects of health and safety.
• To promote the Trust’s Health & Safety Team as a centre of excellence.
• Monitor changes in health & safety legislation, identify those which apply to the Trust, and disseminate relevant information to appropriate sections of the Trust.
• Advise and assist management in the interpretation and application of health and safety legislation and other guidance relevant to healthcare premises.
• Assist with the production, monitoring, review, and implementation of health and safety Policies and Procedures throughout the Trust.
• Liaise with the relevant Trust leads on all areas of health and safety and work with external stakeholders when required.
• Assist with the development and audit arrangements for risk assessments, including providing advice, facilitation, and training for managers.
• Assist in the preparation, provision, and evaluation of training for all staff on issues of Health & Safety.
• Support the Trust with the administration of RIDDOR, accident reporting, and the investigation of serious accidents and ill health in line with the Trust Root Cause Analysis Tool.
• With Team members, assist in the preparation of a Trust-wide Health & Safety Work Plan.
• To support the Health and Safety Team with the Team’s Objectives in line with the Trust Health and Safety Management System.
• Develop and maintain relationships and monitor activity with the Health and Safety Executive advising the Trust of any actions as necessary.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances, the Trust would not be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Person Specification:

Contractual

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however, reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Qualifications

• Nebosh certificate and/or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Membership of a Professional body, i.e., IOSH.

Training

• Experience of preparing and delivering training.

Experience

• Experience in Health and Safety, including advising and assisting management in the interpretation and application of health and safety legislation.
• Skilled communicator with good interpersonal skills who can liaise with all levels of staff both internally and with external organisations.
• The ability to work on his/her own initiative, and also part of a team.
• Understanding of Health and Safety Management Systems and audit processes.

Desirable

• Experience of Risk Assessments in a Healthcare setting.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety and associated legislation.
• Knowledge of incident investigation and/or Root Cause analysis.

Skills

• Good Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
• Report Writing.

Values & Behaviours

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role.

Employer details:

Employer name: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Duncan Macmillan House, Nottingham, NG3 6AA

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