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Health And Safety Manager

Employer
Colbern Limited
Location
Wokingham, Berkshire
Salary
£31.31/hour
Closing date
14 Nov 2019

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Sector
Public Sector
Hours
Part Time
Flexibility
Set hours
Contract Type
Contract
Health & Safety Manager

Wokingham

Contract 30 hours per week

£31.31 per hour

Our client is looking for an experienced Health & Safety Manager.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Manager at Wokingham Borough Council.

Ideally we are looking for part time, 30 hours per week but other work patterns will be considered.

What is important is that we find the right person. As part of a small team your drive and enthusiasm will make a significant contribution across a diverse range of local authority services including education.

Managing risk in a sensible and proportionate way is key to all that we do as a Council and your specialism will enable, empower and support the organisation to do just that. Key duties and responsibilities will include:-

• Supporting and developing the Council’s health and safety and risk management strategies • Developing health and safety policy and management systems

• Conducting periodic Health and Safety reviews and assurance checks to ensure compliance • Leading corporate investigations into significant accident and incidents determining suitable remedial action to prevent recurrences

• Acting as the subject matter expert in the development and delivery of health and safety training

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:-

• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent together with membership of an appropriate professional body e.g. Chartered Member of the Institutione of Occupational Safety and Health is essential

• Previous work experience in a similar role along with a track record of having successfully identified areas for improvement and implementing safety initiatives

• Strong working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and good practice including its practical application within an occupational setting

• The ability to operate and influence at a strategic level, capable of ‘seeing the bigger picture’ and working corporately

• Approachable and engaging communicator with excellent verbal, written and presentation Skills

• Self-starter with sound IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel

• Ability to juggle priorities and work flexibly within a dynamic environment

A current driving licence along with access to a suitable vehicle for use during your duties is essential

Please only apply if you have the necessary skills, experience and expertise. The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV

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