Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Are you passionate about creating a greener, healthier future?
Hampshire Hospitals
are seeking a visionary and dynamic
Head of Sustainability
to lead our efforts in driving the NHS's commitment to environmental, social, and financial sustainability. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in reducing the NHS's carbon footprint while improving the health and wellbeing of our patients, staff, and community. Job summary
As the
Head of Sustainability , you will: Build and maintain a high profile for HHFT, providing leadership, development and delivery of the NHSE/I mandated Green Plan. Provide Board assurance of HHFT's sustainability performance against all regulatory requirements, and published Green Plan. Act as the lead specialist on sustainability within the Trust. Lead the sustainability workstream for the new hospital programme, Modernising our Hospitals and Health Services. Ensure Executive leads and their service managers are supported to incorporate sustainability into everyday practice. Assist the Chief Strategy & Population Health Officer with Planning, delivery and evaluation of strategic projects. Develop and implement HHFT Green Plan and develop further strategies to ensure achievement of 'Net Zero' targets. About you
To succeed in this role, you will have: Proven experience in leading sustainability initiatives, preferably in a large, complex organisation. A strong understanding of environmental legislation, carbon reduction strategies, and sustainable healthcare principles. Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills. A collaborative approach with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels. A degree in a relevant field (e.g., environmental science, sustainability, engineering) and ideally, a recognised sustainability qualification (e.g., IEMA, CEnv). About us
Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Job description
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
Educated to masters level (or equivalent qualification in a related field e.g. Sustainability) or equivalent level of experience working at a senior level in a specialist area. Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area. Experience and Knowledge
Essential
Experience of working on multiple strategic projects. Extensive knowledge of specialist areas acquired through postgraduate diploma or equivalent experience or training. Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy. Good understanding of national policy regarding sustainability and the Greener NHS agenda. Experience of budgetary responsibility, including budget setting. Desirable
Delivery of climate change related projects in a health or care setting. Skills and Ability
Essential
Ability to spot innovative opportunities and collaborate with relevant stakeholders. Ability to undertake research and benchmarking work to identify areas of best practice. Highly developed communication skills. Ability to identify risks, anticipate issues and create solutions. Values and Behaviours
Essential
Commitment to quality and high standards in all they do. Works across boundaries, looks for collective success. Other
Essential
Able to travel across various sites where applicable. 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. Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address
Cross site (Basingstoke) Aldermaston Road Basingstoke RG22 9NA Employer's website
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust £62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum pro rata
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Are you passionate about creating a greener, healthier future?
Hampshire Hospitals
are seeking a visionary and dynamic
Head of Sustainability
to lead our efforts in driving the NHS's commitment to environmental, social, and financial sustainability. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in reducing the NHS's carbon footprint while improving the health and wellbeing of our patients, staff, and community. Job summary
As the
Head of Sustainability , you will: Build and maintain a high profile for HHFT, providing leadership, development and delivery of the NHSE/I mandated Green Plan. Provide Board assurance of HHFT's sustainability performance against all regulatory requirements, and published Green Plan. Act as the lead specialist on sustainability within the Trust. Lead the sustainability workstream for the new hospital programme, Modernising our Hospitals and Health Services. Ensure Executive leads and their service managers are supported to incorporate sustainability into everyday practice. Assist the Chief Strategy & Population Health Officer with Planning, delivery and evaluation of strategic projects. Develop and implement HHFT Green Plan and develop further strategies to ensure achievement of 'Net Zero' targets. About you
To succeed in this role, you will have: Proven experience in leading sustainability initiatives, preferably in a large, complex organisation. A strong understanding of environmental legislation, carbon reduction strategies, and sustainable healthcare principles. Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills. A collaborative approach with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels. A degree in a relevant field (e.g., environmental science, sustainability, engineering) and ideally, a recognised sustainability qualification (e.g., IEMA, CEnv). About us
Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Job description
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
Educated to masters level (or equivalent qualification in a related field e.g. Sustainability) or equivalent level of experience working at a senior level in a specialist area. Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area. Experience and Knowledge
Essential
Experience of working on multiple strategic projects. Extensive knowledge of specialist areas acquired through postgraduate diploma or equivalent experience or training. Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy. Good understanding of national policy regarding sustainability and the Greener NHS agenda. Experience of budgetary responsibility, including budget setting. Desirable
Delivery of climate change related projects in a health or care setting. Skills and Ability
Essential
Ability to spot innovative opportunities and collaborate with relevant stakeholders. Ability to undertake research and benchmarking work to identify areas of best practice. Highly developed communication skills. Ability to identify risks, anticipate issues and create solutions. Values and Behaviours
Essential
Commitment to quality and high standards in all they do. Works across boundaries, looks for collective success. Other
Essential
Able to travel across various sites where applicable. 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. Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address
Cross site (Basingstoke) Aldermaston Road Basingstoke RG22 9NA Employer's website
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust £62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum pro rata
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