Job summary At UHNM, the Sustainability service is regarded as a national leader, performing both efficiently and with innovation as standard practice. As the UHNM Sustainability Manager, the post holder will be responsible for the management of the day-to-day operation of Sustainability. As such, the role will consist of a combination of managerial, advisory, training and hands-on duties essential to the development, implementation and maintenance of a compliant, efficient, sustainable and forward-thinking sustainability service in a large and complex healthcare organisation. Focus will be on: Promoting staff behaviour Change Sustainable Travel & Transport Energy & Water Medicines and Anaesthetic Gases Adherence to the sustainability governance process and regular reporting regime which includes monthly Divisional Management Team meetings and Sustainable Development Steering Group and other Trust Committees on an ad-hoc basis as required. The post-holder will be located primarily at Royal Stoke University Hospital and at times required work at County Hospital, Stafford. This role provides the option to work flexibly. Main duties of the job Administer, prepare and present reports to Trust internal groups Preparation of Business Cases where necessary. Coordinate and act as the Trust interface in progressing NHS England and Greener NHS direct interventions to achieve the reduction in carbon emissions under the following workstreams: Support the formulation of long-term, strategic plans, which involve uncertainty, and which may impact across the whole organisation. To lead on informing the agenda and strategic content of the Sustainable Development Steering Group. Ensure sufficient uptake of the Net Zero Carbon training or e-learning courses for UHNM Staff Ensure the Trust and service providers align to the UHNM Green Plan and sustainability ethos. Identify and report any apparent health and safety risks presented by the sustainability management service. Lead on initiating and implementing sustainability initiatives/projects across EFP and Trust-wide Mobilise and engage the ' SWITCH Champions' in order to facilitate ownership, 'bottom up' implementation of sustainability initiatives and reporting of opportunities across all areas of the Trust estate. About us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve. Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 205-6963918 Job locations EFP Dept, Thornburrow building Thornburrow Drive Hartshill ST4 7QB Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job description and Person specification within the Job application for further information. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job description and Person specification within the Job application for further information. Person Specification Core competency Essential Expert knowledge in healthcare sustainability management principles, procedures, processes and legislation. Relevant sustainability/environmental/ engineering degree or qualification and considerable experience working in a sustainability role within a large acute hospital. Experience of interpreting strategic information and managing the sustainability agenda to the relevant healthcare legislation Evidence of working with multi-disciplinary teams. Experience in delivering a sustainability awareness campaign. Expert knowledge and skills on sustainability in a large acute Trust Ability to lead on and carry out both quantitative and qualitative surveys, presenting findings in a concise and cogent manner Ability to work across directorates, develop alliances and obtain ownership and commitment from stakeholders. Positive mindset in respect of supporting organisational change; learning, and continuous improvement. Experience in the generation and analysis of sustainability data and utilise this to influence and persuade. Desirable oMembership of The Institution of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). Knowledge Essential Demonstrate specialist/expert knowledge of healthcare sustainability management principles, procedures, processes and legislation. Ability and experience working in a sustainability role within a large acute hospital. This will comprise of direct experience of managing sustainability, travel, energy & water and behaviour change activities. Person Specification Core competency Essential Expert knowledge in healthcare sustainability management principles, procedures, processes and legislation. Relevant sustainability/environmental/ engineering degree or qualification and considerable experience working in a sustainability role within a large acute hospital. Experience of interpreting strategic information and managing the sustainability agenda to the relevant healthcare legislation Evidence of working with multi-disciplinary teams. Experience in delivering a sustainability awareness campaign. Expert knowledge and skills on sustainability in a large acute Trust Ability to lead on and carry out both quantitative and qualitative surveys, presenting findings in a concise and cogent manner Ability to work across directorates, develop alliances and obtain ownership and commitment from stakeholders. Positive mindset in respect of supporting organisational change; learning, and continuous improvement. Experience in the generation and analysis of sustainability data and utilise this to influence and persuade. Desirable oMembership of The Institution of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). Knowledge Essential Demonstrate specialist/expert knowledge of healthcare sustainability management principles, procedures, processes and legislation. Ability and experience working in a sustainability role within a large acute hospital. This will comprise of direct experience of managing sustainability, travel, energy & water and behaviour change activities. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Address EFP Dept, Thornburrow building Thornburrow Drive Hartshill ST4 7QB Employer's website https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)