Head of HSE

Job Description

Job Title: Head of HSE Riverside Property ServicesContract Type:PermanentSalary: £70,000 Per AnnumWorking Hours: Full time 35 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday to FridayLocation: London/HybridFor your application to be considered please attach a current CV and cover letter.Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.Why RiversideAt Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewardinglives.We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.Application Process:If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact as the Head of HSE we encourage you to apply with your CV and cover letter.We encourage you to apply even if you dontmeet all the criteria on the job description, at Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience.The difference you will make as the Head of HSE:You will be responsible for providing the strategic direction for Riverside Property Services (RPS) business in relation to HSE and establishing the systems and processes to ensure legal compliance and best practice. Ensuring all HSE practices align to GroupHSE requirements and are in-sync with Evolve’s HSE safety systems as much as possible.About youWe are looking for someone with:

• NEBOSH Diploma or Equivalent.
• Member of IOSH, ideally Chartered
• Knowledge of quality and environmental issues as well as asbestos, health and safety regulations and carrying out risk assessments.
• Ability to show initiative and propose solutions to issues identified.

Job PurposeResponsible for providing the strategic direction for Riverside Property Services (RPS) business in relation to HSE and establishing the systems and processes to ensure legal compliance and best practice. Ensuring all HSE practices align to Group HSE requirementsand are in-sync with Evolve’s HSE safety systems as much as possible.Role requires you to:

• Develop and implement the HSE Strategy for the RPS, including the development of Objectives and Targets that align to TRG.
• Meet regularly with all levels of the RPS to ensure that the Strategy is understood and that this is being implemented in a consistent and timely manner.
• Ensure that the RPS has sufficient management information and risk data to enable them to manage health and safety within their Teams.
• Attend Safety First Meetings as Accountable Risk Lead for RPS.
• Prepare Management Reports, as requested and specifically for Boards, and Senior Management Team.
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, including RIDDOR. Make sure risks are mapped and known at all levels of the business.
• Ensure that employees are consulted with on matters of HSE.
• Manage the HSE Team to ensure that they provide an excellent service to internal and external customers.
• Have responsibility for the Approved List of sub-contractors, suppliers and consultants.
• Drive the continuous improvement of HSE within the business, including the maintenance of the Integrated Management System of ISO 14001 and 45001.
• Coach and develop staff to ensure that they fully understand their responsibilities in relation to HSE and are competent to undertake them.
• Ensure that HSE training is provided, in line with the Training Matrix.
• Ensure that the business is supported by robust HSE systems, processes, policies and procedures.
• Promote a ‘safety first’ HSE culture, which is open, honest and engaged.
• Manage, develop and motivate the HSE Team to achieve their potential.
• Be a critical friend to the business, providing direction and support to the business to enable them to continuously improve HSE.
• Attend relevant training courses, in order to improve knowledge and maintain technical competence and housing sector understanding.
• Promote HSE best practice and customer excellence in everything you do.
• Be aware of Equality and Diversity, including Mental Health awareness, ensuring you comply with TRG’s policies, standards and values.
• Ensure that HSE requirements are met in accordance with TRG’s policy, procedures and statutory requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceEssential:

NEBOSH Diploma or Equivalent.

Member of IOSH, ideally Chartered

Knowledge of quality and environmental issues as well as asbestos, health and safety regulations and carrying out risk assessments.

Ability to show initiative and propose solutions to issues identified.The ability to successfully persuade and influence others...