The role will involve the development and implementation of an effective Estates H&S policy and HASMAP system within the Estates Department, therefore contributing to a safe and healthy environment throughout the University. This is a broad remit and recognises that the individual will need to work with all Estates staff from a wide spectrum of professional backgrounds. The post holder will have responsibility to inform the Heads of Estates teams of any unsafe practices which require immediate attention and to provide advice and guidance in respect of the implementation and co-ordination of the University’s Health and Safety policy and procedures. The post holder will apply experience, knowledge and judgement to determine the best approach to complete the priorities as required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Management of Estates Department Safety Management System (HASMAP) Using the Health and Safety Management Profile (HASMAP) management standard, lead, develop and maintain robust systems and procedures to effectively manage the safe operations of Estates activities whilst striving for continual improvement. Liaise with key members of the Estates team to align system procedures therefore adopting an integrated management system for Estates activities (i.e. Energy Management System, Environmental Management System). Develop and maintain a system for identifying all safety legislation and other
requirements pertinent to Estates operations. Specific focus on compliance with the following: - • Risk assessments (internal and contractor); • Accident and near-miss reporting; • Contractor management; • Permits to Work; • Fire safety; • Asbestos management; • Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations; • Statutory inspections;
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