Job summary We have an exciting opportunity to work within the Estates and Facilities Division and as such we are looking to appoint a highly motivated and conscientious individual to work as an Environmental Manager. The post holder will be responsible for developing, establishing and reviewing procedures, policies and processes, which provide the Health Board with a Waste Management System. In addition, this post will lead theWHTM Safe Management of Waste The post holder will strive to achieve targets for waste management and recycling. Main duties of the job To develop and establish policies, procedures and processes (Waste Strategy) to ensure that a total waste management system is implemented and maintained To ensure that the Trust Health Board maintains its Duty of Care in relation to waste management. To provide regular updates at management meetings on waste management identifying progress and reporting actions being taken To support managers in developing and improving waste management and provide guidance and expertise to ensure local and strategic improvement To develop systems, which ensure that waste is appropriately segregated, stored and disposed of in accordance with legislation and good practice. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff. We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work. Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future. Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 040-AC035-0125 Job locations St Cadocs Hospital Lodge Road Caerleon NP18 3XQ Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Educated to Masters level or possess a demonstrable level of knowledge and expertise Registered with Chartered Institute of Waste and Environment or Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Good understanding of ISO 14001 Understanding of the Healthcare Waste Strategy for Wales Can demonstrate clear understanding of waste/environmental management processes and procedures Clear understanding of how the NHS works Desirable A training qualification Knowledge of health care terminology Completed Manual Handling training Understanding of All Wales- Consortium for collection of clinical waste Experience Essential Waste management experience Experience of teaching/facilitation Experience of developing waste management/recycling strategies Evidence of multi-disciplinary working Evidence of project management skills Experience of audit systems and methods Desirable Work experience of healthcare Experience of preparing reports for committees Aptutide & Abilities Essential Ability to manage own workload whilst working to deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent numerical, analytical and problem solving skills Ability to interpret and implement relevant legislation Tact, influencing and negotiation skills Ability to work with a wide range of professionals Ability to cope with multiple tasks and to prioritise workloads efficiently Leadership and management Proven ability to provide practical solutions to operating problems Ability to prepare well written reports and policies Ability to prioritise and solve problems under own initiative Well-developed IT skills. Use of database applications Desirable Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Educated to Masters level or possess a demonstrable level of knowledge and expertise Registered with Chartered Institute of Waste and Environment or Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Good understanding of ISO 14001 Understanding of the Healthcare Waste Strategy for Wales Can demonstrate clear understanding of waste/environmental management processes and procedures Clear understanding of how the NHS works Desirable A training qualification Knowledge of health care terminology Completed Manual Handling training Understanding of All Wales- Consortium for collection of clinical waste Experience Essential Waste management experience Experience of teaching/facilitation Experience of developing waste management/recycling strategies Evidence of multi-disciplinary working Evidence of project management skills Experience of audit systems and methods Desirable Work experience of healthcare Experience of preparing reports for committees Aptutide & Abilities Essential Ability to manage own workload whilst working to deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent numerical, analytical and problem solving skills Ability to interpret and implement relevant legislation Tact, influencing and negotiation skills Ability to work with a wide range of professionals Ability to cope with multiple tasks and to prioritise workloads efficiently Leadership and management Proven ability to provide practical solutions to operating problems Ability to prepare well written reports and policies Ability to prioritise and solve problems under own initiative Well-developed IT skills. Use of database applications Desirable Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh 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 Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Address St Cadocs Hospital Lodge Road Caerleon NP18 3XQ Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)