Health & Safety Manager

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees, visitors, and the public. As part of our ongoing commitment, we are seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to join our team.

The Health & Safety Manager is part of the Operations, Risk & Compliance (ORC) team, a key component of Corporate Services, and delivers a comprehensive and high-quality service across the organisation. This is an exciting role, keeping our employees, visitors and the public safe, and protecting the legal integrity of the charity.

As the Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of health and safety protocols and procedures for our office-based and remote employees, visitors, contractors, and volunteers. Your primary objective will be to ensure compliance with all health and safety related regulations while fostering a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement. You will appreciate the balance of compliance with the law, and the needs of our stakeholders. You'll be empowered to lead on exciting and varied projects which shape the way our charity works and supports making research breakthroughs possible., Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Responsibility for inputting into and executing operational plans, and for the operational performance, of the health and safety of the organisation.


• Undertaking operational activities that require good judgement, creativity, and pragmatism, with autonomy and accountability.


• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures.


• Conduct regular risk assessments according to the needs of the business, including new and expectant mothers, events, health conditions, office assessments, DSE etc.


• Provide guidance and support to employees at all levels on health and safety matters, including training programs and awareness campaigns.


• Keep abreast of changes in health and safety legislation and regulations and ensure company compliance.


• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and develop strategies to prevent recurrence.


• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to health and safety activities, including incident reports and training records.


• Devise and maintain regular reporting and metrics for organisational use.


• Collaborate with other departments to integrate health and safety considerations into business operations and planning.


• Coordinate with external vendors, such occupational health providers, as necessary.


• Act as a liaison between employees and management regarding health and safety concerns, ensuring that all voices are heard and addressed.
  
  NEBOSH Diploma or degree in occupational health and safety.


• Experience in health and safety management in an office setting.


• Pragmatic and balanced approach to compliance.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


• In-depth knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and best practices.


• Confidence in presenting / communicating to groups of people and / or senior leadership.


• Proficiency in MS Office suite and other relevant software applications.


• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal - able to build rapport and demonstrate influencing, negotiation, and decision-making skills.


• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.


• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risks, develop effective solutions, and to exercise good judgement / initiative in a variety of situations.


• Ability to build relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels, a strong team player.


• Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; drive/motivation - has a "can-do" attitude and is committed to delivering results and strives for continuous improvement.


• Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.


• Administrative and IT skills; Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Up to date industry knowledge in related subjects.


• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality, while staying focused in a pressured environment, working independently and within a team.


• Ability to prioritise and coordinate workloads, to meet deadlines.


• Receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity, and an ability to learn.
  
  Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.


There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer's Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.

It is important to offer a range of benefits which are designed to meet both the organisational and individual needs, are market competitive and designed to attract and retain employees.