Area Health and Safety Administrator

Job Description

Maximus UK is one of the largest providers of employment, health and disability support programmes across England, Scotland and Wales. Operating from more than 270 locations nationwide, Maximus UK employs over 5,000 local staff, including over 1,400 doctors,nurses, occupational therapists and other Healthcare Professionals. Maximus operate multiple business lines in the UK including the Centre for Health and Disability Assessments, Remploy, Health Management and Connect Assist. Learn more at maximusuk.co.ukJob SummaryMain Objective for Area HSA:To promote a positive Health and Safety culture within the area and to support line management compliance with the CHDA Health and Safety Management System (HS-MS).The Area Health and Safety Advisor is the appointed individual who maintains and reports on Health and Safety issues relating to the Business Support Centre and associated Assessment Centres within that geographical area. They support the Site Managers tomaintain and ensure that applicable records and documentation are maintained and easily accessible.Job Description Providing health and safety advice and assistance to their area colleagues and management team Ensuring all events recorded on AIRSWeb (Accident Book) have been fully investigated with correct causal analysis, identifying management failures and reporting back to Area Management and National Health and Safety Team with health and safety recommendations/actionsto reduce the likelihood of similar events. Identifying risks to employees and operations within the area by completing and coordinating completion of risk assessments, implementing safety controls and ensuring additional control measures are put into place to support management and staff. Maintainingaccurate records of all risk assessments relating to the BSC/ACs Supporting managers in ensuring all employees follow health and safety guidance and that safe systems of work are adhered to in all sites Implementing emergency procedures for each site Ensuring the completion of site health and safety inductions via line managers to ensure all relevant health and safety information is cascaded to all new starters within the first 30 days Completing yearly Health and Safety Compliance Audits of each site within the Area to assess the compliance with health and safety policies and standards. (re audits can be desk top if needed) Assisting the site manager in acquiring safety equipment and advising on the safety aspects of equipment Ensuring all relevant health and safety signs and notices are displayed at each site in Conjunction with all site managers Working with employees confidential information from completed User Workstation Assessment to achieve good standard of Display Screen equipment and posture, minimising potential claims and costs to the business Drafting a site Health and Safety organisation and emergency contacts for the BSC and each of the ACs within their area Coordinate Solo Protect devices and monitor usage/amber alerts feeding back non compliance to site managers Assisting in resolving health and safety issues escalated to them in conjunction with local managementWhat we are looking for: Excellent IT skills Candidates should be calm, patient and assertive, with excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills. They should have strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills. Empathy Pro-active, "can do" attitude Initiative Ability to work unsupervised and to prioritise effectively Patience and diplomacy because the profession requires a collaborative approach with OperationsBenefits

• 25 days holidays + bank holiday
• Holiday Trade
• 9% combined pension contribution
• Healthcare cashplan
• Dental Insurance
• Retail discounts

EEO StatementMAXIMUS is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity in employment in which our employees as well as candidates for employment are treated equitably. We understand that a diverse workforce adds to our competitiveadvantage; and as such, we aim to ensure that job applicants do not receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, part-time or fixed term contract status, sexual orientation or religion, or is disadvantagedby conditions or requirements that cannot be shown to be justifiable. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post. Where reasonable, MAXIMUS willreview and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.