Interim Health and Safety Manager

Interim Health and Safety Manager (12 Months Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: London
Department (and Section): Business Services - Estates and Master Planning - Health & Safety and Security
Level: Management
Position Type: Full-Time / Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £44,454 - £49,477 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting)
Enhancements: London Weighting

Overview

We're ZSL, an international conservation charity. Through our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos (London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo), the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and we're working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction.

Role Profile

ZSL has a 12-month fixed term (Maternity Cover) position available for a Health & Safety Manager to manage ZSL's Health and Safety function both at ZSL London Zoo, ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and our conservation and science projects. The successful candidate will look to continually improve systems, compliance and culture within the organisation and will ensure that guidance, training, and support is given at all levels.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, review and implementation of health and safety policies and procedures taking into account current legislation, guidance and best practice
• Support the Principal Lead of Estates and Master-planning in the development of emergency response and business continuity plans, working with relevant stakeholders to rehearse the arrangements
• Work with the Training & Organisational Development team to develop and review the provision and implementation of health and safety training
• Oversee the provision of relevant occupational health screening & vaccinations across the UK operations, working with HR to ensure that appropriate follow up action is taken
• Manage the incident reporting and proportionate investigation of any incidents across the organisation.
• Collate and curate data for monthly and annual reports and any other reports required on an ad hoc basis
• Contribute to and participate in senior management team meetings and the health and safety working group
• Cover 'on call' duties for emergencies and zoo duty manager shifts as required and act in a Silver Command role for major incidents.
• Influence and promote a positive Health and Safety and Security culture

Person Specification

• NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5 in Occupational Health and Safety, other relevant qualification.
• Previous experience of managing a team across multiple locations
• Demonstrable experience of applying UK safety standards outside of the UK
• Experience of dealing with major incidents
• Ability to work with all departments across ZSL and to have a practical approach to diverse working practices
• Analytical approach with experience of using data to identify accident trends and root causes

What do we offer?

"Work Your Way": We empower people to work from where they work best. We believe work is something we do and not a place we go. Our offices have become important places for collaboration and social connection but are no longer our main place of work.

You will have access to a blended program of Wellbeing initiatives, including confidential access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program as well as regular webinars and activities around mental, physical, social, and financial wellbeing. The opportunity to be part of an organisation that is committed to improving diversity and inclusion.

Other benefits include 25 days holiday, life assurance, stakeholder pension (employer contribution is matched up to 12%), complimentary zoo tickets with a 30% discount in shops and online, subsidised canteen, enhanced paternity and maternity leave, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, subsidised gym membership and access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

Ultimately, you'll know that you'll help us to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wildlife going extinct.

Closing Date: Midnight (23:59) on Sunday 12th December 2021

The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: no. 208728.

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