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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this position is Mon – Fri, 0900-1700.
Health and Safety Department Health and Safety Practitioner
Band 6
37.5 Hours
Salary: £37,664 to £46,100
Ref No: 151373
Applications are invited from candidates who hold a NEBOSH diploma or equivalent or are working toward these qualifications.
Successful candidates who hold the diploma or equivalent qualification will be appointed to the band 6 posts.
Successful candidates working toward the above qualifications will be appointed at band 5 post as a development post with progression to the band 6 post once the NEBOSH diploma or equivalent qualification has been achieved.
Band 5
Salary: £30,229 to £37,664
An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde for Health and Safety Practitioners to join our dedicated Health and Safety Department.
The post holder will provide competent advice and guidance to staff and managers regarding Health and Safety and to support a strong safety culture to ensure the best possible safe working environment for staff and care for patients.
The successful candidate will provide specialist Health and Safety advice ensuring that the highest standards of health, safety and welfare are maintained for both staff and patients. In addition, you will ensure that all statutory requirements are complied with in line with NHS GGC policies and guidance.
Applicants should have in-depth knowledge and understanding of health and safety legislation and the practical application required to provide expert health and safety advice, training and guidance to all staff within NHS GGC.
As training and communication will form a large proportion of the posts activities, excellent presentation and communication skills are necessary.
Candidates should be educated to National Examination Board of Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) diploma or equivalent and hold a Chartered Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or working towards it.
Experience of implementing and auditing Health and Safety Management Systems and relevant training is desirable.
Experience of working in highly regulated sectors such as healthcare is desirable.
The shift pattern is dayshift Mon – Fri with a flexible blended approach between home and site depending on activity.
Informal contact: Allan Hughes, 07432648099, Allan.hughes@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
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