Broomfield Hospital jobs

We are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join our Quality and Safety Team. Based primarily at Broomfield Hospital, with responsibilities across all Trust sites, you will act as the designated competent person for Health and Safety, providing expert advice, leadership and assurance on legislative compliance and best practice.

You will lead the implementation and continual improvement of the Trust's Health and Safety Management System, support effective risk management, promote a positive safety culture, and oversee audits, inspections, investigations and training activities.

Working with clinical and corporate services, you will engage with regulators, manage contractors and contribute to the Trust's quality, safety and wellbeing objectives.

No VISA sponsorship available for this role

The Health and Safety Manager will provide expert leadership, advice and oversight to ensure the Trust meets its statutory health and safety obligations and maintains a safe environment for patients, staff, contractors and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:
Acting as the designated competent person and Health and Safety lead for Broomfield Hospital.

Leading the implementation and continuous improvement of the Trust's Health and Safety Management System.

Developing health and safety plans and improvement programmes aligned to Trust objectives.

Undertaking audits, inspections, workplace assessments and risk assessments.

Monitoring incident, accident and compliance data to identify risks and trends.

Leading investigations, including RIDDOR-reportable incidents, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

Preparing reports, performance metrics and assurance updates for senior managers and committees.

Developing and reviewing health and safety policies, procedures and guidance.

Liaising with regulators, including the HSE, CQC and Fire and Rescue Services.

Delivering training and promoting a positive safety culture.

Managing health and safety contractors and service providers.

Providing leadership to Health and Safety Advisor(s).

Maintaining accurate records and statutory documentation.

Supporting emergency preparedness, business continuity and organisational resilience.

Providing specialist advice on governance, risk management and service development.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Are you looking for an exciting Health and Safety Manager role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.