R210468 - Deputy Director of Health, Safety & Business Continuity

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Health And Safety
Location:  Aston University Main Campus
Salary:  £42,149 to £50,296 per annum
Grade:  Grade 09
Contract Type:  Continuing
Basis:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 18 November 2021
Interview Date:  Friday 03 December 2021
Reference:  R210468
Release Date:  Thursday 04 November 2021

The Health and Safety Unit provides a professional service to the University covering policy development, risk management, specialist advice, training, auditing and legal compliance. We make a valid contribution to the strategic direction of Aston University and are dedicated to reducing accidents and improving standards of health and safety. We provide tailored, comprehensive advice to managers, high quality training and manage the implementation of regulatory requirements.

We are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Health and Safety Team as Deputy Director supporting the Director to lead the team to offer professional advice and assistance to ensure legal compliance and to incorporate best practice into all aspects of service provision. 

 You will support the Director of Health, Safety and Business Continuity to deliver the objectives in the University’s Health and Safety and Business Continuity Strategy and drive the continuous improvement of Health and Safety Management throughout the University.

You will hold a Level 6 qualification or higher in Occupational Health and Safety, a first degree in a relevant subject and be a member of a professional institution aligned to the Health and Safety profession.

You will have extensive experience of leading a team of occupational health and safety, and professionals within an educational, public-sector or commercial environments of comparable scale and complexity, experience of coordinating the development, implementation and maintenance of Health and safety management systems and experience of formal health and safety auditing systems (such as BS OHSAS 18001 or ISO 45001).

Please note that anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment.   Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel.  We kindly ask that candidates do not send CVs or cover letters as these will not be considered. Please note that only answers that fall within the application form questions will be assessed.  

Further particulars and application forms are available in alternative formats on request i.e. large print, Braille, tape or CD Rom.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact HR via [email protected]

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.