Head of Health and Safety

The Post

The Head of Health and Safety is part of the HR&OD senior management team and expected to operate as an agent for transformational change, leading innovatively on the provision of professional health and safety services that support and drive organisational objectives, assure statutory compliance, and promote a positive and proactive safety culture by:

• Leading and managing the operation and development of the University’s health and safety management arrangements, policies, procedures and assurance frameworks in line with legal requirements, sector best practice and institutional priorities.
• Providing expert advice, guidance and constructive challenge to senior leaders, managers and colleagues across the University in respect to organisational health and safety responsibilities and risk management.
• Leading on the collection, analysis and reporting of health and safety data in support of governance, assurance, regulatory compliance and strategic-level decision-making.
• Leading on the development of organisational capability, systems and processes that embed effective health and safety management across the University.
• Acting as a key senior leader within the directorate to support the ongoing strategic planning and development of the area’s work. 

Description of Duties

• Develop the strategic direction of the Health and Safety area to deliver robust and responsive services which support the overall ambitions of the directorate and the University
• Lead the Health and Safety team as the central source of professional advice, assurance and oversight in relation to health and safety management across the University.
• Provide effective line management to all reporting staff members ensuring that performance is consistently in line with requirements and the provision of appropriate direction, support and development
• Lead ongoing management and development of the University’s health and safety management system, ensuring that policies, procedures, guidance and assurance arrangements remain current, proportionate and effective 

Essential Criteria

• Educated to Degree level or equivalent professional experience
• Chartered Membership of IOSH, or equivalent professional health and safety qualification and experience
• Significant experience of working successfully in the area of health and safety management within a complex organisation, preferably within an HE environment.
• In-depth knowledge and practical application of UK health and safety legislation, regulatory frameworks and relevant sector standards.

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