About the role

As our Health & Safety Manager, you will handle the development, implementation, and ongoing management of our Health & Safety systems. You will act as the organisation’s competent person, providing expert advice and guidance, ensuring compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and related legislation.

You will monitor changes in legislation and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement. This includes regularly reviewing and updating Health & Safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments. You will offer practical, accessible advice to colleagues and support them in embedding safe working practices into their day-to-day activities.

In addition, you will develop and deliver mandatory training programmes, as well as tailored sessions to meet emerging needs. You will manage all incident reporting processes, including RIDDOR notifications to the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), and ensure thorough follow-up. You will also produce regular reports and briefings for senior leadership and Trustees to keep them informed of key issues, trends, and compliance levels.

This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary on behalf of Sustrans.

About you

You should hold a NEBOSH qualification or another recognised Health & Safety certification, with proven experience in managing a system for Health & Safety within an organisation. A strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and supporting regulations is essential, along with specific knowledge of Health & Safety considerations within the construction sector.

You will be confident in managing Health & Safety incidents, responding calmly and effectively to ensure appropriate actions are taken, and escalating to senior colleagues when necessary. Strong decision-making skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Excellent analytical and report writing abilities are required, as well as the confidence to present information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences, both in person and virtually.

Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.

What we offer

In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working

• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)

• Staff volunteer days

• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service

• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans

• Bike, computer and season ticket loans

• Discount benefits

• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)

• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Rosyth Community Projects Limited, known as EATS Rosyth (Edible & Tasty Spaces) is a registered charity based in Rosyth. We operate EATS Greenspaces: Community Garden and Centenary Orchard, and EATS Hub, where EATS Living Room Café is also hosted. EATS Living Room Cafe, EATS Hub rentable spaces and outside catering, are social enterprises providing revenue for EATS Rosyth’s projects. We additionally run EATS Educates, our community-based food education project, working in the 4 Rosyth Primary Schools.

EATS Rosyth is a vibrant and well-respected organisation. In addition to the staff team, there are over 100 enthusiastic volunteers who work and learn together, supporting each other in this inclusive and supportive environment. This provides valuable work experience and training to develop skills for those facing barriers to mainstream work. Across our sites, we offer a diverse range of activities, some of which are in partnership with other charities and public sector organisations. We provide opportunities to promote health and wellbeing, foster social inclusion, enhance connections with nature, grow and maintain strong volunteer engagement and foster community resilience.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join an experience and dedicated team, of staff and volunteers, working together to create real community impact. The General Manager will provide strategic leadership and operational management for EATS Rosyth. They will ensure the charity delivers its mission effectively, supports and values its volunteers and staff, maintains financial and legal compliance, and continues to grow sustainably to meet the needs of the community. Key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership
• Operational Management
• Staff and Volunteer Management
• Finance and Fundraising
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Governance

About You:

Some of the criteria and qualities for this post include:

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable management experience
• Experience of, and success in, securing grant funding
• Experience of partnership working and ability to develop strong partnerships
• Genuine interest in community development and engagement, social justice and environmental issues
• Ability to build relationships with a wide range of people
• Organised and proactive, creative and solution-focused

Please see more information about EATS Rosyth at eatsrosyth.org.uk

For more information: Please get in contact with Anda Griveteanu, Chair of the Board of Trustees, by emailing Anda@eatsrosyth.org.uk or on 07925427030

About Us:

Friockheim Community Hub Limited is a well-established community-based charity in Friockheim, Angus committed to supporting the local community.

The Hub is a welcoming space where people of all ages can connect and enjoy our community café and participate in the wide range of activities and groups that the Hub hosts each week.

The Board of Trustees have a vision for change and work has already started to turn that vision into reality. We’re now looking for a dedicated and energetic Manager to lead our work, grow our impact, and ensure the Hub remains at the heart of the community.

If you think you could be our new Manager, then we’d love to hear from you.

Background

The Crannie is a resident-led community space for residents in Cranston Street (off the Royal Mile) developed by the Edinburgh Old Town Development Trust (EOTDT). The hub provides much needed space for local residents to meet, work, learn and hold events. It has been funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, to have the resources to employ a staff team to resource and run the venue and support the resident’s use of the hub as well as lead a team of volunteers.

Purpose of the Role

EOTDT is seeking an experienced person to assist in managing the day to day running of The Crannie community hub. The role will be responsible for caring for the building and all facilities, ensuring quality customer service and assisting with the daily requirements of all service users.

This role is based at The Crannie Community Hub, 9 Cranston St. Edinburgh, EH88BE and is not eligible for home-working.