The Post
The Head of Health and Safety is part of the HR&OD senior management team and expected to operate as an agent for transformational change, leading innovatively on the provision of professional health and safety services that support and drive organisational objectives, assure statutory compliance, and promote a positive and proactive safety culture by:
- Leading and managing the operation and development of the University’s health and safety management arrangements, policies, procedures and assurance frameworks in line with legal requirements, sector best practice and institutional priorities.
- Providing expert advice, guidance and constructive challenge to senior leaders, managers and colleagues across the University in respect to organisational health and safety responsibilities and risk management.
- Leading on the collection, analysis and reporting of health and safety data in support of governance, assurance, regulatory compliance and strategic-level decision-making.
- Leading on the development of organisational capability, systems and processes that embed effective health and safety management across the University.
- Acting as a key senior leader within the directorate to support the ongoing strategic planning and development of the area’s work.
Description of Duties
For a full Description of Duties and Essential Criteria please refer to the Job Description attached below.
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Head of Health and Safety in Stirling employer: Stir
As an Environmental Science Lecturer at The School of Life and Environmental Sciences, you will join a vibrant academic community dedicated to fostering innovative teaching and research in a supportive environment. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for collaboration, ensuring that you can grow your expertise while making a meaningful impact on students' learning experiences. Located in a dynamic faculty, you will benefit from access to state-of-the-art facilities and a culture that values sustainability and practical engagement in the field.
