Health & Safety Manager

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Leeds City Council, Leeds

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

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Leeds City Council

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Assist the H&S & Asbestos Service Manager to develop and deliver strategic business improvement plans focussing on a range of activities which will deliver value for money services to customers and contribute to the delivery of Council priorities.
Assist the H&S & Asbestos Service Manager in ensuring the organisation are compliant and registered with all appropriate bodies to discharge the required services.
Ensure that an appropriate auditing and monitoring regime is in place to provide evidence that the Council is taking proportionate steps to manage risks and ensure employees are kept up to date with appropriate standards and delivering the highest level of standards.
Ensure the organisation has in place suitable and sufficient H&S controls and processes including risk assessments, safety plans, COSHH etc.
Work within financial regulations and council policies.
Provide sound health and safety advice to work areas within the service.
Assist with developing and maintaining appropriate systems to monitor and control costs and achieve financial and performance KPI's to ensure that quality and value for money can be demonstrated in the delivery of the service.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with other Council Directorates, external partners, and agencies, to deliver contracts and ensure effective investment is achieved.
To undertake daily line management duties of staff within the team in accordance with all council policies and procedures ensuring that staff records are maintained using the appropriate documentation and associated guidance.
Provide clear direction and motivational management to create a high-performance culture which drives continuous improvement, organisational change and efficiencies whilst delivering service priorities., Job Purpose: To manage a team that are responsible for supporting the business in meeting compliance with legal duties stipulated in H & S Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice, and the relevant Council Policies.
Assist the H&S & Asbestos Service Manager to develop and deliver strategic business improvement plans focussing on a range of activities which will deliver value for money services to customers and contribute to the delivery of Council priorities.
Assist the H&S & Asbestos Service Manager in ensuring the organisation are compliant and registered with all appropriate bodies to discharge the required services.
Ensure that an appropriate auditing and monitoring regime is in place to provide evidence that the Council is taking proportionate steps to manage risks and ensure employees are kept up to date with appropriate standards and delivering the highest level of standards.
Ensure the organisation has in place suitable and sufficient H&S controls and processes including risk assessments, safety plans, COSHH etc.
Work within financial regulations and council policies.
Provide sound health and safety advice to work areas within the service.
Assist with developing and maintaining appropriate systems to monitor and control costs and achieve financial and performance KPI's to ensure that quality and value for money can be demonstrated in the delivery of the service.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with other Council Directorates, external partners and agencies, to deliver contracts and ensure effective investment is achieved.
To undertake daily line management duties of staff within the team in accordance with all council policies and procedures ensuring that staff records are maintained using the appropriate documentation and associated guidance.
Provide clear direction and motivational management to create a high-performance culture which drives continuous improvement, organisational change and efficiencies whilst delivering service priorities.
Deputise for the H&S & Asbestos Service Manager as appropriate on an ad-hoc basis for duties commensurate with the grade.
Provide suitable interpretation and technical advice to Managers, staff, and other stakeholders in relation to Health and Safety and the Management of Asbestos.
Assist with the development and implementation of effective business processes to drive forward service improvements.
Maintain a high level of personal effectiveness and uphold and promote the values of Leeds City Council.
Assist the H&S & Asbestos Service Manager to plan, co-ordinate, deliver, control, and monitor all health and safety activity across the business.
To ensure all activities are delivered in accordance with all legal and regulatory requirements and in line with the Council's policies and procedures.
To effectively manage the performance of staff and quality of work produced and respond appropriately to performance issues through a coaching style of management, providing both high challenge and high support.
To ensure effective, positive, and open relationships with staff and trade union representatives in the working environment.
To ensure that colleagues and subcontractors are working in accordance with the safety standards laid down for the project.
Assist with investigating and resolving escalated complaints regarding the service in accordance with the Councils Complaints Policy.
Work with the H&S & Asbestos Service Manager on all aspects of Health and Safety Management in line with LCC policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
To have a good understanding of The Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.
Safeguarding all forms of certification and reporting any loss, theft, or misuse in line with LCC information governance standards.
Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
To participate in appraisal, training, and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills.
To improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and development programmes.
To work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice.
Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested.
Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g. child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, and promoting the values, standards, and equal opportunities of Leeds City Council.
Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol, and this role will be expected to work within these parameters.
The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post., Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of
Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon.
Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.
Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.
The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol, and the role will be expected to work within these parameters.

In addition, ideally you will have a proven track record of working as part of a dedicated team and be effective in managing competing priorities and workloads, responding quickly and appropriately to changing needs and be able to demonstrate excellent organisation and influencing skills. Our teams are proactive, highly skilled, self-motivated, and actively seek opportunities to deliver., Working towards or hold NEBOSH Diploma or Level 5/6 Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health is essential.
If you are working towards the qualification, you must successfully complete this within a reasonable period of commencing in post. Failure to achieve the qualification will prevent you from continuing in this post.
A full driving license is essential for this role.
Ability to provide direction and coordination regarding resources, workloads, processes, and projects.
Ability to identify and implement culture change programmes, improve service quality, and support a culture that drives up standards and performance.
Sound commercial understanding with the ability to identify areas for improvement/efficiency.
Ability to make a contribution to the strategic direction of the Directorate, Division, and service/functions.
Ability to create a performance framework and culture that provides high efficiency and high-quality outputs that link to Council priorities.
Ability to deliver training to a wide range of audiences.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to resolve potential conflict and to gain cooperation and trust.
Ability to develop productive working relationships that command respect, trust and confidence.
Strong customer care focus and ability to communicate effectively with customers, staff, contractors, and elected members face to face, over the phone and in writing.
Ability to manage a service with competing priorities whilst delivering on a range of service objectives and adapting to changing circumstances.
Ability to use IT applications (Word & Excel) and management information systems.
Ability to produce work of a high standard with attention to detail, whilst meeting often tight deadlines.
Ability to work across service boundaries to achieve objectives and outcomes.
Ability to use own initiative to develop solutions to complex issues and problems to ensure effective delivery of the service.
Able to work flexibly across different work locations and areas as appropriate.
A good knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including the responsibilities under the CDM regulations 2015.
Sound understanding of H&S legislation and requirements in a construction environment.
A sound understanding of social housing and government policy including current issues affecting the sector.
A good commercial knowledge and an understanding of modern methods of procurement and procurement legislation and procedures as well as effective contract management procedures.
An understanding of the role of Elected Members within the Council and the community.
An understanding of the diverse needs of communities and neighbourhoods.
An understanding of and commitment to equality and diversity in terms of both employment and service delivery.
A detailed knowledge of key strategic plans including the Vision for Leeds and City Priority Plans.
An awareness of Asbestos related issues and responsibilities.
An understanding of HR Policies including improving attendance and disciplinary procedures.
An understanding of the Council values and a commitment to embed them into ways of working.
Experience of working within a Health and Safety environment.
Experience of successful management of a central service that supports all areas of the business such as Health and Safety, Business Administration, Asbestos Management, Stores.
Experience of auditing against legislation or standard.
Experience of RIDDOR regulations and reporting.
Experience of leading, coaching, and motivating teams and individuals.
Experience of managing in a political environment and working on politically sensitive issues.
Experience of working effectively with internal and external partners to contribute to strategic partnerships/programmes and deliver cross service projects to achieve positive outcomes partners.
Experience of problem solving, individually and in a group setting.
Experience of managing budgets and achieving budgetary targets.
Experience of managing and developing staff to achieve objectives and outcomes.
Experience of successfully presenting complex information to a range of audiences., Graduate Member of IOSH or Full Member of IIRSM.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.

a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements.
a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities.
a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further.

Health & Safety Manager

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