Health, Safety & Risk Manager - Band D2

Job summary

Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS), a subsidiary of Gloucestershire NHS Foundation Trust (GHNHST), is dedicated to delivering high-performing managed estates and facilities services, employing approximately 900 staff. We are committed to continuous improvement and achieving our vision of service excellence in the healthcare sector.

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Health, Safety, and Risk Manager to ensure the highest standards of safety and compliance across our operations. In this critical role, you will provide guidance to staff, contractors, and managers on all health and safety matters, ensuring that GMS not only meets but exceeds statutory requirements.

As the Health, Safety, and Risk Manager, reporting directly to the Head of Compliance, Health and Safety, you will be at the forefront of driving our health and safety strategy, You will champion a culture of safety and innovation while modernising our practices. You'll lead initiatives to reduce risk, manage incident reporting systems, oversee the GMS risk register and ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Your ability to collaborate across teams will be vital to maintaining smooth service delivery and aligning with industry best practices.

You will also have responsibility for managing health and safety budgets, ensuring resources are appropriately allocated for training, projects, and ongoing improvements in health and safety performance.

Main duties of the job

* Lead and promote safe working practices across GMS, engaging staff and driving positive change.

* Chair the GMS Health and Safety Group, ensuring learning from incidents and driving continuous improvement.

* Report on health and safety performance to the Governance and Compliance Committee and develop the Workplace Safety Representative group.

* Oversee the risk management system, and provide expert advice/guidance on risk assessments across all operations.

* Ensure compliance with GMS policies, regularly reviewing incident data and implementing corrective actions.

*Develop and update health and safety policies and procedures to ensure they meet legislative requirements and are audit-ready.

* Provide health and safety input into new projects and collaborate with key stakeholders on health and safety issues and overseeing contingency planning.

* Prepare and present detailed reports on health and safety performance to the Board, clients, and partners.

* Act as the lead for incident software, providing training and managing reporting processes.

* Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, addressing any recommendations promptly.

*Manage health and safety budgets, ensuring financial resources are allocated for training, project work, and staff development.

* Foster open communication and engage with staff at all levels, encouraging active involvement in health and safety matters.

About us

GMS is a forward-looking and enterprising organisation with a clear vision for the future of delivering high performing services with a focus on continuous improvement, and a workforce of circa 900 employees who are dedicated to achieving its vision.

On 1st April 2018, Gloucestershire Managed Services was launched as the wholly owned subsidiary company of Gloucestershire NHS Foundation Trust, delivering a managed Estates and Facilities service covering:Domestic services/cleaning

- Estates maintenance and Capital Development

- Catering, both retail and for patient meals

- Switchboard/contact Centre

- Sustainability/Compliance professional services

- Medical equipment sterilisation (CSSD)

- Portering

- Waste Management

- Grounds & Gardens

- Medical Engineering (supply and maintenance of medical devices)

- Security Services

- Linen and Laundry

- Energy procurement and generation

- Transport and logistics

- Stores and consumable supplies

- Procurement

- Estates professional services

The GMS ambition is to become the regional provider of choice for delivering managed services within the local health economy, supporting the healthcare provision and to deliver excellent customer care.