Employer Location: DOWN
Job description
As a member of the Trust’s Risk Management Team, the post-holder will be responsible for the provision of specialist knowledge, advice and guidance on health & safety matters within the Trust. He/she will support the Risk Manager / Governance Lead, with the provision of this service on an organisational basis. The post-holder will also be required to plan, manage, develop and monitor the operational delivery of Face Fit testing across the Trust, ensuring that all testing is delivered to meet service need and is compliant with the Health & Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) legislation / guidance. The post-holder will review service provision with a view to developing, implementing and establishing a sustainable service model.
Responsibilities
* Provide information, advice and support to trust Directors, managers and staff on matters relating to the management of occupational safety and health in line with current health and safety legislation, Trust policies and procedures
* Provide information, advice and support in specific areas of occupational safety and health including office safety, food safety and hygiene and control of substances hazardous to health.
* Participate in the development, communication, implementation and review of Trust policies, procedures and other guidance relating to occupational safety and health.
* Facilitate organisational change by developing effective, pro-active and positive working relationships with managers, staff, safety representatives and representatives of the statutory authorities which will promote occupational safety and health.
* Develop and deliver occupational safety and health training programmes.
* Assist in the development, completion and maintenance of a Trust-wide occupational safety and health auditing system, including co-ordination of, and participation in inspections, analysis of incidents and claims.
* Complete risk assessments, giving support and assistance to managers to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
* Assist in the development, establishment and maintenance of suitable databases for the collection and analysis of data in areas of occupational safety and health practice.
* Participate in the investigation of incidents and liaising with managers to assist in the identification and implementation of remedial actions were identified as being required.
* Be responsible for the organisation and co-ordination of fit-testing programmes for all relevant masks, across multiple sites within the Trust, ensuring full compliance with the relevant HSENI legislation / guidance and Trust policies.
* Work in partnership with operational managers to identify fit-testing priorities within the Trust and develop and implement an action plan accordingly; to include resource requirements to meet service needs.
* Be responsible for developing and maintaining a panel of Fit Testers within the Trust to meet business need, including where necessary, recruiting additional testers, and identifying and providing necessary training/upskilling.
* Participate in both regional and local meetings in relation to the Trust’s fit-testing strategy, operations and priorities including: supply chain, performance standards etc.
* Be responsible for ordering and maintaining relevant mask stock, and all supplies needed to operate porta count machines and printers.
* Be responsible for arranging and recording of annual calibration of equipment, and addressing any equipment servicing/maintenance requirements.
* (A full job description will be provided to those interested in the position)
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
* (Please note that Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd require original certificates for proof of qualifications)
* A degree and a recognised professional health and safety qualification such as NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent). OR
* A recognised professional health and safety qualification such as NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent) and a minimum of 3 years’ experience of health and safety, working as a health and safety manager
* AND Working towards or achieved Membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
* AND Experience of developing, implementing and maintaining administrative systems in support of service delivery.
* AND Experience in developing and effectively managing services/resources across multiple sites.
* Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment.
* This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.
* Excellent communication skills to meet the needs of the post in full. Ability to work accurately and produce work of a high standard under pressure and to strict deadlines.
* Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the post in full. Willing to undergo appropriate training if required.
* Able to prioritise heavy work-loads to meet requirements. Committed to continuing professional development.
* Extensive knowledge of health and safety legislative requirements and associated best practice in health and safety management with a clear understanding of their application in a HSC Trust environment.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.