Co-ordinator - London, United Kingdom - Trade Union Safety Team

Description

Job description

The organisation was borne out of the Trade Union Movement to support people who have been made ill by work.

To coordinate the day to day work of the organisation: ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the organisation.

As part of the role you will also be expected to facilitate the continued development and sustainability of the Derbyshire Asbestos Support Team, and the development of services for people with terminal and chronic asbestos related diseases, their families and carers.

Work in partnership with asbestos support groups throughout the UK, trades unions and health professionals throughout Derbyshire and the East Midlands.

Promoting and developing campaigns both locally and nationally with regards to workplace Health and Safety. Supporting people with both benefit claims and civil claims, organising diagnostic testing for workplace disease and injuries.

To maintain and promote the profile of the organisation and the services provided: facilitate the expansion of public awareness about the hazards of asbestos, asbestos related diseases and the issues facing those affected.

Access to a vehicle is desirable.