Description & Requirements

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Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5, 000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people's lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.

The People Safety Manager is a pivotal role in integrating safety into the organisation's broader wellbeing strategy, ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation, industry standards and accreditations. Oversee the development, implementation and continuous improvement of safety policies, procedures and practises to ensure the safety and protection of employees across the organisation.

Subject matter expert and key partner to operational, audit and risk, estates, wellbeing and people teams, to lead and proactively manage safety risk, critical incidents, safety standards and accreditations and effectively embed audit recommendations.

Foster external networks and partnerships to stay at the forefront of safety best practice and ensure the wider wellbeing team and relevant stakeholders are kept updated and policies are aligned.

• Oversee the management of safety policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation, industry standards and accreditations to mitigate risks to employee safety. Remain updated on changes in legal and regulatory requirements and update policies accordingly.
• Oversee continuous improvement of ISO safety accreditation ISO45001. The primary contact for accreditation audits, ensuring the organisation meets all requirements for certification and compliance. Collaborate cross functionally to ensure safety management processes align with standards and are integrated into daily operations.
• Organisational safety lead for critical incidents, including emergencies and serious accidents. Develop and maintain a critical incident response plan, ensuring the organisation is prepared for emergencies. Lead post-incident investigations to identify root causes, implement corrective actions and update safety protocols accordingly. Ensure effective resources for managers and employees on emergency response and critical incident management.
• Subject matter expert and key business partner to leaders and operational colleagues to ensure safety frameworks and guidance are effectively embedded across the organisation and drive consistent and safe working practises. Safety lead for new bid onsite risk assessments and implementation.
• Lead and manage the People Safety team, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of all safety operational activity, reporting and safeguarding of employees.
• Own and manage safety technology platforms, ensuring effective use and continuous improvement for reporting, data accuracy and user adoption. Analyse health, safety and wellbeing data to provide actionable insights and support decision making. Identify opportunities where technology can streamline processes and improve outcomes.
• Design and implement safety initiatives that align with the organisational wellbeing and growth strategy and reflects our diverse colleague groups. Position safety as a key pillar of the wellbeing framework, ensuring physical, mental and financial health are supported through risk management and compliance. Collaborate with people teams to embed safety into broader people strategies and initiatives. Develop resource, content and training that engages and instils a safety culture, ensuring managers are equipped to promote safety within their teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health and Safety qualification

• Membership of the Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH)

• Strong technical knowledge of health and safety legislation, accreditations and application to a business setting

• Demonstrable experience in a similar senior role, delivering the safety services strategy and leading health and safety services in a well-established, multi-site organisation

• Expertise in identifying, mitigating and managing risks within legal compliance

• Experience of health and safety technology platforms, data and tools

• Strong project management skills and ability to deliver results in a collaborative environment

• Evidenced experience of embedding a safety culture

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and able to engage with individuals at all levels

• Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives, working cross functionally to deliver positive outcomes

• Experience in integrating health and safety initiatives within a wellbeing framework.

Desirable

• Knowledge of wellbeing frameworks, mental health or psychological safety.

Individual Competencies

• Leadership

• Communication and stakeholder engagement

• Collaboration

• Data analysis and interpretation

• Problem solving and decision making

• Innovation

• Influencing

• Growth mindset

• Strategic thinking and planning

• Care and empathy.

Travel Requirements Minimal - as and when required

EEO Statement

Maximus is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We know that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal well-being and are working to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post.

We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of people with disabilities and long-term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job. When you complete your job application you will find a question asking you if you would like to apply under the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you feel that you have a disability and apply under this scheme, providing that you meet the essential criteria for the job, you will then be invited for an interview. YourGuaranteed Interview application will only be shared with the hiring manager and the local resourcing team. Where reasonable, Maximus will review and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.

Minimum Salary

£

60, 000.00

Maximum Salary

£

70, 000.00