Health and Safety Advisor Uk Sponsorship Available

Job Description

About the Job

Interview date: W/C December 11, 2024

An amazing opportunity exists for an experienced health and safety expert to join the Governance, Compliance, and Risk Department at the University of Northampton.

The Health and Safety Advisor will join the Health and Safety Department and collaborate with the Health and Safety team to design and implement the University’s Health and Safety Strategy and Annual Plans of Work.

You will be responsible for delivering the University’s health and safety management system, which includes training, risk assessments, and the preparation of inspection and audit reports.

You must be able to apply your skills, knowledge, and experience to a wide range of health and safety and fire safety concerns appropriate for a higher education setting.

To effectively connect with our academic and professional services staff, as well as our student population, you will need exceptional communication, relationship building, and presenting skills.

We want you to be able to carry out your responsibilities in a way that benefits not only UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We appreciate that this may differ between different parts of the institution and from one person to another. Smarter Working allows you to work with greater flexibility if you so desire, resulting in greater freedom and autonomy.

About You

You will have worked in a health and safety advising capacity in a diverse and complex multi-disciplinary organisational context with the following skills, knowledge, and experience:

Current and up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation, rules, and advice.

have a thorough awareness of facility-related health and safety issues such as fire and building maintenance risks, project safety, and contractor management.

Have report writing and policy preparation skills, as well as the ability to present and contribute effectively in committee settings.

Capable of creating and delivering training on a wide variety of health and safety and fire safety topics.

skills and experience in designing, implementing, and delivering safety management and process solutions.

Capable of conducting accident and incident investigations and creating reports for senior management review.

Experienced in guiding safety inspections as well as developing and delivering audits, including theme and compliance audits covering a wide range of health, safety, and fire safety topics.

Qualifications

Essential:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or similar)
• Membership in the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) with at least Technical Standard or equivalent
• Working for NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Desirable:

• Working for NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
• Qualifications in teaching adults, such as ‘Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector’ (PTLLS).

Department

The Health and Safety Department is a tiny unit of the university’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance department. It establishes the institution’s health and safety strategy, assists line managers in satisfying their statutory requirements to provide a safe workplace that improves the staff and student experience, and fosters internal and external communities.

The Governance, Compliance, and Risk Department has the following responsibilities:

Corporate Governance, Risk Management, Data Security, and Health and Safety.

About Us:

At the University of Northampton, we are dedicated to fostering aspirations, developing opportunities, and making a meaningful difference. Our people are at the centre of everything we do, and we strive to create a modern, inclusive atmosphere in which our students and staff may achieve.

Our People
Our workforce is our most valuable asset. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, promotes well-being, and fosters personal and professional development. By creating a first-rate People Strategy, we hope to recruit and retain top personnel, improve career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to do their best.

Our Values:

Inclusivity: We value diversity and make sure that everyone gets the opportunity to succeed.

Sustainability: We are committed to become a net zero carbon institution, taking collaborative action to benefit society and the environment.

Aspiration: We aim for excellence in everything we do, enabling our employees, students, and partners to realise their full potential.

Trust: We form relationships based on mutual respect, honesty, and common aims.

Together, we are building a future in which our community, work, and impact genuinely matter.

Right to Work.

During the interview process, all candidates must produce documentation of their ability to work in the UK. The University is willing to consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship if the eligibility requirements of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality

We accept applications from members of under-represented communities.

The University of Northampton is dedicated to creating a dynamic, ethical, and sustainable environment that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment provides an inclusive environment for staff, students, and the general public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, and our responsibilities extend to subsidiaries and partnerships.

Together at UON.
Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

UON values diversity and encourages equality. We want to create a space where everyone can thrive, which aligns with our purpose to impact lives and inspire change.

Commitments include:

Creating an Inclusive Environment involves a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.

Supporting students and staff includes improving mental health, boosting disability confidence, and providing academic and professional support.

To address inequalities, involve students in recruiting, create forums for equality data analysis, and promote networks for protected traits.

UON’s major commitments:

Disability Confident

Standalone Pledge

IHRA’s Working Definition

For additional information, visit Equality and Diversity at UON.