Water Compliance Manager
Base of work can be either Clough Road in Colchester or Pride House in Basildon.
The post holder will manage all aspects of Water Safety, Water Prevention & Building Management Programmes, Water Safety Training of staff (to all levels and grades) and be responsible for providing specialist complex advice in relation to Water Safety Legislation, Estate Policy and Standard Operating Practice, Places of Work (Water Precautions), L8 Approved Code of Practice both within the Trust and for other client bodies.
Main duties of the job
Act as the Trust specialist for all Water Safety matters and contribute to the development of Trust Water Strategy and implementation of effective processes and systems:
Being appointed, via relevant qualification, invitation and acceptance, as the Trust Responsible Person for Water outlined in HTM04-01.
Guided by building, H&S regulations, responsible for water engineering maintenance.
Exchanges maintenance, technical project-related information with specialists, non-specialists; negotiates with water contractors.
Lead on the appointment, via relevant qualification, invitation and acceptance, as the Trust Authorised Engineer for Water outlined in HTM04-01.
Benefits
* Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
* Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
* If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
* We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
* Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
* £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us.
* Season ticket loans are interest‑free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Flexibility
* Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
* Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Job responsibilities
Carry out an annual audit with Trusts appointed water Authorised Engineer of water assets on Zetasafe to ensure Trust compliance.
To facilitate appropriate works identified for completion from water management via the Trusts Backlog Maintenance Programme.
Provide technical advice regarding water systems within Estates & Facilities and the wider Trust.
Ensure appropriate maintenance arrangements are in place for water systems across the Trust.
Manage water risk assessment programmes when identified including remedial programme.
Work closely with the Lead within NHS Property Services and PFI Organisations regarding water safety (report and recommendations) where EPUT occupy.
Report all water issues on Datix and inform Head of Compliance and Estates where appropriate.
Organise and attend water management programmes within buildings, where appropriate.
Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties.
Qualifications
* Masters level or equivalent in water engineering discipline with extensive experience working within a health setting.
* In-depth knowledge of UK water regulations, including Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999, Health & Safety at Work Act, and Approved Code of Practice L8 (Legionella Control).
* Additional Authorised Persons qualifications.
Knowledge
* At least three years' experience within Estates Department.
* Good working knowledge in building water services including systems management.
Experience
* Literate in IT/Computer Skills including CAD.
* Evaluate Zetasafe and compliance systems in line with Trust demands.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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