Job Description

The post-holder will be the professional lead for health, safety, bio-security, and environment management across all laboratory sites within UHSussex Pathology providing management, specialist knowledge, and scientific/technical expertise on all health, safety and environment matters to ensure the safe delivery of the clinical diagnostic service.



The post-holder will be responsible for the integration and delivery of a comprehensive and coordinated health and safety system across all UHSussex Pathology sites. This will include facilitating the delivery of specialist training and systematic audit/inspection programmes across multiple sites for all staff grades. The post-holder will maintain high professional standards, professional knowledge and competency, undertaking personal continuing professional development, and assisting with the training and development of other staff



. Develops communication forums to disseminate H&S information & a ssists with handling formal written complaints. Uses highly developed communication skills to impart complex/sensitive information whilst ensuring compliance with professional codes of conduct & confidentiality e.g.outcomes of HSE inspections, accident investigations etc. Develops & maintains strong/effective relationships with key personnel e.g. H&S Executive (HSE), Environment Agency (EA) & South East Counter Terrorism Unit (SECTU). Contributes to strategic planning in H&S matters. Critically reviews, prepares, implements, maintains & monitors compliance with all Health & Safety pathology procedures. Acts as one of the approver/authoriser on local Health & Safety documentation & with the delegated authority in matters of H&S including suspending/stopping activity deemed unsafe. Ensures s afe management/maintenance of expensive & complex analytical equipment & facilities is carried out. Maintains scientific knowledge & skill set with the latest scientific/medical developments, emerging technologies, research and other national/international issues which may have an impact on the laboratory e.g. epidemics/pandemics, emerging events such as Ebola/VHF outbreaks etc. Investigating and analysing incident reports to identify trends & recurring issues. Develop & i mplement plans/processes & internal policies to ensure UHSussex Pathology conforms to requirements of relevant legislation & local/national guidance.



At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack:

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



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