Health Safety and Environment Manager (2024/AB051)

East Durham College; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Health, Safety and Environments Manager at a forward-thinking educational institution. This full-time role focuses on providing leadership and guidance in health and safety matters, promoting a culture of safety among students, staff, and visitors. With responsibilities ranging from stakeholder management to continuous improvement, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Join a community dedicated to excellence and contribute positively to the local community through innovative projects and initiatives. If you are passionate about health and safety and eager to make a difference, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a health & safety role, preferably in education.
• Ability to prepare and present reports to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support in health, safety, and environmental matters.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture among all stakeholders.

Skills

Health & Safety Management

Risk Management

Health & Safety Legislation

Stakeholder Management

Training Skills

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

Job Opportunity: Health, Safety and Environments Manager at East Durham College

Here at EDC, we have an exciting opportunity for a well-organised and self-motivated Health, Safety and Environments Manager to join the East Durham College Team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Main Duties of the Role

The purpose of the post is to provide leadership, advice, guidance, and support in all health, safety, and environmental matters throughout the college. This role also involves promoting a positive health and safety culture amongst staff, students, contractors, and visitors.

Main duties include delivering on stakeholder management, service delivery, innovation, continuous improvement, and general college responsibilities.

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH Diploma / NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• At least 3 years’ experience in a health & safety role
• Experience managing or leading health & safety within the education sector
• Experienced Health & Safety Trainer
• Ability to prepare and present briefing materials/reports to various audiences
• Knowledge of risk management
• Practical knowledge of health & safety legislation

If you are a good match for this role, please apply promptly due to high interest.

About East Durham College

We are a supportive community of students and staff, committed to delivering excellent results. Our students often progress into further or higher education, apprenticeships, or employment, developing confidence, self-esteem, and employability skills.

The college emphasizes community involvement through projects, charity work, and the Students’ Union, contributing positively to local communities. Our 14-16 Engage program was recognized in the 2020 Tes FE Awards for Contribution to the Local Community.

We focus on supporting students' journeys into employment or further education, aiming to provide a transformative educational experience.