- Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils
- £47,573 - £53,755 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Full time, 37 hours per week
- Permanent
- Hybrid working with two days a week in either Ipswich or Great Wenham office.
Babergh and Mid-Suffolk District Councils are going through an exciting period of change, with the creation of a new Compliance Team within our Housing Directorate.
The Compliance Team will oversee the management and maintenance of the key compliance areas of gas, electrical, asbestos, fire, lifts and water hygiene as well as play a pivotal role in the management of damp and mould.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a Health and Safety Manager (Assurance) to join our new team, reporting directly to the Head of Investment and Compliance. You will share our values, commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Investment and Compliance you will be responsible for providing specialist advice and support on health and safety matters for housing, property construction and asset management to ensure compliance with Health and Safety legal obligations.
You will:
- be responsible for producing a suite of compliance key performance information and Health and Safety information to provide assurance for compliance across all statutory and regulatory requirements.
- ensure that health and safety and CDM arrangements are in place for all relevant programmes and projects, including minor and major construction projects.
- also manage a Compliance Coordinator who will support and assist you in the delivery of this service.
About you
You must hold a degree in a relevant subject area (Building Construction / Building Surveying or a related subject) or have gained significant knowledge through experience and be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the general principles of building construction and regulations.
You will:
- possess a NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, a NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management or IOSH Fire Safety for Managers, and an IOSH CDM regulations training certificate or equivalent.
- also possess, or be willing to study towards, a NEBOSH National Certificate in Health and Safety Management for Construction, P405 – Management of Asbestos in Buildings, Bohs level 4 in legionella control, and an HHSRS training certificate.
- be required to make site visits in a large, rural area, so access to personal transport and a valid driving licence will be necessary.
About us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk.
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work.
With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK.
Benefits of working with us:
- Great opportunities for learning and development.
- Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays).
- Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Wellbeing Support Programme.
- Employee Assist Programme.
- Health Care Options.
For more information, visit our Employee Benefits page (suffolkjobsdirect.org) and view 'The best things about working for Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils (youtube)' to find out what our employees say about working for us.
Our ways of working:
Work is what we do, not where we go!
We are committed to working in a more hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote-based working (business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with.
We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.
Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered.
To apply:
If you wish to discuss the hybrid working approach for this role, or for an informal discussion, please contact Richard Spencer, Head of Investment and Compliance on 01449 724621 or email richard.spencer@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 5pm, 18 July 2023
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification – Health and Safety Manager (Assurance) - JD and PS before applying for this job opportunity.
Please ensure that you complete the application form as fully as possible with your employment and educational history as shortlisting will be based upon the application form and supporting statement only.
In your application, please ensure your statement indicates how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the Job Description/Person Specification.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.