Senior Health and Safety Adviser with Radiation Protection Supervisor Responsibilities
The Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell is seeking a Senior Health and Safety Adviser with radiation protection supervisor responsibilities to join their Site Operational Team.
The successful candidate will lead on the strategy for effective safety management, provide expert advice and assistance on H&S matters, and ensure the effectiveness of safety systems in managing the MLC risk profile.
The post-holder will also manage the use and storage of ionising radiation at the MLC site on the Harwell Campus.
Main Duties/Key Responsibilities:
* Lead on the strategy for effective safety management at the MLC.
* Provide expert advice and assistance on H&S matters.
* Ensure the effectiveness of safety systems in managing the MLC risk profile.
* Ensure the provision of staff training, awareness, planning, and control.
* Ensure effective risk assessments and incident management systems are in place.
* Support the MLC Executive and Management Teams on all aspects of H&S Management.
* Drive innovation, impact, and change in safety.
* Support effective staff management through mentoring, appraisals, and development plans.
Additional Radiation Protection Supervisor responsibilities:
* Implement and manage regulations and local rules relevant to work with ionising radiation.
* Manage the risks arising from the use of ionising radiation.
* Implement systems for dealing with accidents/emergencies.
* Lead on the RPS Committee and participate in other safety committees.
Person Specification:
The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, be a Chartered member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), and have demonstrable experience in delivering health and safety management and risk systems.
Education/Qualifications/Training Required:
* NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
* Chartered member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
Previous Work Experience Required:
* Demonstrable experience in delivering health and safety management and risk systems
* High level of understanding of health and safety principles and legislation
* Practical experience of delivering safety in high hazard environments
Equality & Diversity:
The MRC values the diverse skills and experience of its employees and is committed to achieving equality of treatment for all.
What We Offer:
A competitive salary, excellent holiday entitlement, and access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
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