Job Description

Are you ready to step into a pivotal leadership role at the forefront of public health? We're looking for a dynamic Health Protection Manager to join our team and make a real difference in the health and wellbeing of our communities.



About the Role



As Health Protection Manager, you'll play a key role in safeguarding public health by providing expert advice and strategic leadership across Health Protection, Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) and Climate Change agendas. You'll lead and support efforts to prevent, control, and manage infectious disease and environmental health incidents--working both independently and collaboratively as part of multi-agency planning and response teams.



What We're Looking For



Proven expertise in health protection and emergency preparedness.

Strong leadership and partnership-building skills.

Significant experience in a senior role in Public Health or Health Protection or EPRR or Environmental Health.

Ability to think strategically, manage complexity, and make evidence-based decisions under pressure.

Commitment to public service, continuous improvement, and innovation.



Why Join Us?



You'll be part of a passionate and high-performing team driven by a shared mission to protect lives. We foster professional growth and value the voice and contributions of every team member.



Help shape the future of public health--apply today and be the difference!



Key Responsibilities



Lead the response to infectious disease and environmental health incidents, ensuring effective risk management and system coordination.

Provide expert guidance to stakeholders across the health and care system.

Shape strategic planning for preparedness and emergency response.

Actively contribute to the development of policy, guidance, and training programmes.

Support incident management structures and act as an advisor within incident response teams.

Collaborate with national and local partners to deliver resilient public health systems.



Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.



We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.



We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

Four main hospitals:

Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest

Five community hospitals:

Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire

Two integrated care centres:

Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings

47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers

Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services



You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.



The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.



The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.



The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.



Interviews will be held on 21/08/2025.