Safety & Compliance Manager

This is a maternity cover 12 month fixed term contract.

As Safety & Compliance Manager for Stonegate Group, you will work closely with our internal Construction and FM teams to support and provide advice, training and solutions to safety related operational challenges.

You will act as a point of contact for our Operational team and network of contractors in dealing with activity associated with Stonegate and legislative compliance to ensure that our sites (Pubs, Bars and Late Night Venues) provide a safe and legal environment for our General Managers, publicans, colleagues and guests.

You will be responsible for managing and supporting a small team of Safety & Compliance co-ordinators within the Health, Safety & Compliance team, as well as working with the wider Property functions to support the needs of the business.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitor & management of internal CDM system & performance throughout the delivery of projects including provision of relevant documentation.
• Audit the Health & Safety KPI’s associated with delivering projects on site for both consultant services & Contractor performance.
• Undertake the duty of Principal Designer across small scale amenity projects.
• Manage the HSE prequalification process for new contractors for suitability and competence.
• Investigate near miss, incidents and accidents and assess lessons learned for adequacy.
• Work with the supply chain to ensure adherence to the Stonegate standards, policies and requirements.
• Provide guidance relating to asbestos management to internal & external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach and identify improvement opportunities for Stonegate’s “Continuous improvement “approach.
• Act as the conduit for sharing best practice with the field-based delivery teams in Construction and FM & the Property Support Centre team.
• Work closely with our Supply Chain & Consultants to ensure that our projects are compliant with current legislation and Stonegate policies
• Embrace and champion the vision and values of Stonegate.
• Regularly review and improve processes with Supply Chain working collaboratively with SRM’s.
• Work closely with members of the Property Team, providing support, guidance & assistance as required.
• Work closely with the Operations team to support the Change of agreement process.
• Work collaboratively with the Health, Safety & Compliance team to continuously develop improvement across Stonegate Groups Health, Safety & Compliance management systems.
• Oversee the systems and reporting relating to Property Health and Safety and using the data to drive change.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent (essential)
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (desirable)
• Professional membership (IOSH / IIRSM) and ability to demonstrate CPD
• Experience of working in a fast-paced Construction/FM projects environment.
• Strong understanding of Asbestos Management
• Attention to detail and experience working within strict guidelines
• Forward planner with strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experienced communicator able to converse at all levels; demonstrates ability to negotiate and challenge Contractors/Suppliers to deliver the best results for the business
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Experience of presenting/training groups of colleagues in safety related subjects
• Excellent written communication skills; competent in production of professional correspondence.
• High levels of integrity.
• Competent in the use of MS office.
• Excellent analytical and evaluation skills and writing reports
• Proficient in use of Management Information (MI) tools and act accordingly on that information.

What's in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Pension
• Vitality Healthcare
• Opt in dental insurance programme
• Annual bonus scheme
• The Stonegate discount card offering discounts across our managed estate
• Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers

At Stonegate Group, we're proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld.

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact hrsupport@stonegategroup.co.uk