Safety Lead

Organisation: Paddle UK
Salary: £32,000
Location: Nottingham
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 8 May 2025
Interview date: 15 May 2025
Job Description: Paddle UK is seeking a dynamic and experienced Safety Lead to champion and elevate safety standards across the organisation, and the wider paddling community. This is a unique opportunity to shape best practice, influence policy, and ultimately, ensure the safe enjoyment of paddlesports for all.

The Safety Lead will champion and elevate safety standards by:

Leading and Advising: Providing guidance and direction on all safety-related matters, both internally within Paddle UK and externally to our affiliated communities, members, and the wider public.
Cultivating a Safety Culture: Developing and implementing initiatives to promote a proactive and positive safety mindset throughout the paddlesport community.
Collaborating and Engaging: Working closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including internal departments, external agencies, coaches, instructors, and volunteers, to build consensus and drive continuous improvement in safety practices.
Developing Resources and Training: Creating and delivering high-quality safety resources, training programs, and guidance materials to empower paddlers and promote best practices.
Monitoring and Evaluating: Analysing safety data, identifying trends, and developing approaches to mitigate risks and enhance safety outcomes.
Staying Ahead of the Curve: Keeping abreast of evolving safety standards, regulations, and best practices, ensuring Paddle UK remains at the forefront of paddlesport safety.

Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description.
How to apply: To apply for this position please click the link below to be taken to our recruitment system or see the vacancies section of our website. Our application process requires you to submit a CV and cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. http://britishcanoeing.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=4dd66ec5-6f1c-46f9-b08e-5b685d13b887