Job Reference:
ATR37182
Application deadline:
24/02/2025
Salary:
£49,724.00 - £49,724.00
Job Description
Job Title:
Head of Health, Safety and Environment
Salary:
£49,724 per annum
Location:
Waterfront Quarter
Hours and Weeks per Year:
37 hours / 52 weeks
At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.
Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.
We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!
In the role of Head of Health, Safety & Environment you’ll be based at our main Waterfront, Huddersfield campus but work across all our sites in Huddersfield and Dewsbury. Your principal duties are to be responsible for leading excellence in the college approach to Health, Safety and the Environment
Key responsibilities of the role are:
- To provide effective strategic management and supervision, in order to develop and implement policies, procedures and processes and ensure legislative compliance standards are met.
- To implement and manage the Major Incident & Business Continuity Plan and ensure the college is prepared to implement the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill (Martyn’s Law).
- To successfully promote a culture of safety awareness across all college sites by working in partnership with managers and staff to raise awareness and ownership of health, safety and environmental matters and risks.
- Monitor and report on sustainability performance and progress on our Sustainability Roadmap.
- Lead cross college sustainability initiatives, including reducing waste, improving energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable practices.
Ideally, you’ll hold a relevant Health & Safety Qualification and are able to demonstrate experience of managing environmental sustainability. You should have a detailed knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and its application in a large complex organisation. Experience of establishing effective systems and procedures for safety management and monitoring, inspection and auditing and completing accident investigations.
It’s important that you have strong communication skills, with demonstrated problem-solving skills and demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.
Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers.
You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.
We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.
Closing Date: 24/02/2025 at 11:59pm.
(We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)
TO APPLY (both External and Internal applicants): Download and complete a copy of the below “Kirklees College Application Form” before clicking "Apply" – you will need to attach your completed form as your application.
If you have any queries about the role or the application process, please contact hrenquiry@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied.
As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.