Job Description
Main Purpose of the Job
Key Relationships
The position will report to the Head of HSEQ. The post holder will work closely with the other HSEQ members, NBIP functions including Facilities, EI, JIC, TSL and QIB lab managers, NGI team where required to contribute to the delivery of an outstanding H&S support on site.
The post holder is also expected to interact with regulatory bodies such as Health and Safety Executive Inspectors and Quality Assurance Assessors / auditors for surveillance and re-certification activities, DEFRA.
Main Activities & Responsibilities
Provide authoritative guidance on biological safety and general Health and Safety compliance in laboratories and support areas. Provide advice on new and emerging technologies and legislation The Genetically Modified Organisms (Contained Use) Regulations 2014, Genetically Modified Organisms (Deliberate Release) Regulations 2002 etc. communicating updates, advice and new guidance to Institutes Lab managers and Partnership.Work with the HSEQ H&S Advisor / Biological Safety Officer to monitor compliance and address biological safety impact related to laboratories and operational activities. Provide regular support to TSL and QIB Biological Safety Officers.Manage the planning and ensure smooth delivery of HSEQ inspections and audits on site. Plan, conduct and report on Quality Management activities to ensure ISO9001:2015 compliance for QIB and EI, and compliance with the Joint Code of Practice for Research at JIC, TSL and QIB. Ensure the Quality Management system documentation is reviewed regularly and up to date. Review and update Health and Safety Management Systems documentation. Provide general health and safety support to the Institutes and Partnership by preparing, reviewing and updating health and safety documentation; providing advice and guidance on health and safety and biological safety matters and respond to emergency incidents when required.Perform complex and specialist risk assessments such as COSHH, new and expectant mothers, DSE and provide ergonomic advice for office and lab workstations. Deliver general health and safety and biological safety training course.Support HSEQ Health and Safety Advisor/ Chemical Safety Officer with regards to Hazardous waste management on site and HSEQ team when required.Work closely with the Energy and Sustainability manager in Facilities team with regards to regulatory permissions (EA) and consents (Anglian Water); negotiation of hazardous waste contracts; waste exemption applications and reporting environmental data.Support HSEQ Health and Safety Advisor/ Chemical Safety Officer with regards to Hazardous waste management on site and HSEQ team when required.Provide support to the Head of HSEQ in relation to the New Generation Infrastructure (NGI) project when required.Investigate accident, incident and near miss and use initiative and effective decision making to determine actions. Provide in a timely manner a high-quality report to the head of HSEQ.As agreed with the line manager, any other duties commensurate with the nature of the post.
Person Profile
Education & Qualifications
RequirementBSc, MSc or PhD in Biology subjectNEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalentMembership of a professional body Institute of Occupational Safety & HealthDiploma in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalentQuality Assurance qualification from an accredited body or equivalent experience
Specialist Knowledge & Skills
RequirementKnowledge and understanding of H&S and Biological safety legislation and regulationsPrevious laboratory work experience ideally with genetically modified organismsUnderstanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) and interpreting ISO standardsUnderstands quality management inspections and auditsExperience of using databases and/or spreadsheets, data analysis and ability to use data to produce meaningful reportsAbility to work independently and make independent decisionsAbility to research new work, gather information and make recommendationsAbility to prepare policies and codes of practice
Relevant Experience
RequirementExperience in working in health and safety for scientific researchKnowledge and/or experience of working at Biosafety Containment Level 2 and 3Experience of providing pragmatic, solutions orientated advice on legislation, regulations, policy and procedures to a wide audienceExcellent report writing and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively engage varied audiences and to provide structured progress updatesExperience of writing risk assessments, method statements and work instructions
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
RequirementGood communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to analyse and clearly present both quantitative and qualitative dataStrong interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate, effectively influence outcomes to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levelsAbility to communicate effectively at all levels of an organisationAbility to work independently or pro-activelyEnthusiastic and pro-active approach to task completion and problem solvingA willingness to learn, adapt, and take on additional tasks when neededCapable of prioritising tasks and managing workload effectively
Additional Requirements
RequirementAttention to detailPromotes equality and values diversityWillingness to embrace the expected values and behaviours of all staff at the Partnership, ensuring it is a great place to workAble to present a positive image of self and the Partnership, promoting both the international reputation and public engagement aims of the PartnershipAble to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally including maintaining information secured where relevantWillingness to work outside standard working hours when requiredPromote continuous improvement in HSE practices and performance through regular review and updating of policies and proceduresAbility to undertake occasional travel (national and international) related to collaborations and/or seminars