Health and Safety Coordinator

5 months ago


Cardiff, United Kingdom Mirus Wales Full time

We have fantastic news for Health and Safety professionals like you Following a recent internal promotion, we are thrilled to announce an exciting new job opportunity as our next **Health and Safety Coordinator**. This is your chance to be part of our transformative journey as we redefine Health Safety & Wellbeing Practices and drive organisations success.

At mirus we understand that people are at the heart of every thriving business. As we adapt to a new era of growth and innovation, we are seeking exceptional individuals who are dedicated to create a positive and engaging work environment for our valued colleagues.

**Why should you consider joining mirus?**

**mirus** is a not-for-profit charitable organisation, working in partnership with the people they support, their families and other partners, to deliver high quality, person-centred support services for people with a disability. We have been supporting people in Wales for over 35 years and currently support over 350 people in ten different local authority areas.

You will have an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our organisations cultures, values and overall success. Your contributions will help keep the people we support and our staff safe, and influence the wellbeing of our employees.

At mirus; collaboration, trust and open communication is at our core. You'll be part of a small dynamic team of H&S Professionals who share a passion for creating a positive and person-centred health and safety culture. Together, we will work towards common goals, exchange ideas and drive innovation.

**What is the role?**

As our new Health and Safety Coordinator, you will provide Health and Safety support to the organisation, including Support Services operations and other Central Departments, to help contribute to providing an environment which aids staff to provide high quality support to enable people supported to live happy and fulfilled lives. You will help ensure compliance with health and safety regulatory frameworks and best practice relevant to health and social care.

You will report to the Health, Wellbeing & Engagement Manager who will support you in your role, providing opportunities to escalate high risk / complex cases where necessary.

**Who are we looking for?***
- Be willing to work towards a Professional Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety and an Associate membership of IOSH
- Experience of working within a health and safety role within a busy environment
- Experience of working with systems to manage estates and facilities management
- Experience of undertaking auditing activities from a health, safety and/or wellbeing perspective
- Experience of undertaking risk assessments and incident investigations
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft packages - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong IT skills associated with updating web content and designing posters or newsletters
- Demonstrates commitment, motivation and positive approach to work
- An understanding and awareness of the everyday challenges faced by people with learning disabilities
- Knowledge of the regulations and legislation that applies to occupational health and safety
- Knowledge of approaches to promote and support wellbeing in the workplace
- Possess a driving licence, have access to a vehicle

**Main duties / Responsibilities**:

- Coordination of annual schedule of PAT testing across entire mirus estate (support and offices), liaising with contractor, coordination and processing of compliance documentation, invoicing, and actions with managers.
- Reviewing and support with processing of accident forms, following up reporting errors, and updating of internal systems to record actions. With support of H&S Manager, assess risk of accident to determine level of response. Follow up with relevant managers regarding case specific advice, and provide guidance regarding actions and action completion.
- Preparing and sharing internal communication briefings and newsletters (print and electronic sources) to share best practice updates, advice and guidance
- Providing support to the network of Mental Health Champions across the organisation.
- Working closely with the Creative Communications Team to developing and updating wellbeing, safety and health content on the staff intranet and social media to support health and wellbeing campaigns.
- Supporting the completion of annual housing reviews across the estate of support services, and supporting managers with follow-up in actions.
- Maintaining a system of equipment ownership and compliance servicing.
- Participate in the facilities management group covering the management of offices, and form part of the Housing Management Group for support services.

**Our Benefits**:
We value growth and development of our employees. You will have access to a range of learning opportunities. We encourage continuous learning and will support you in reaching your full potential

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