Health And Safety Manager

Health and Safety Manager

Job Overview:
As a Senior Manager within the Projects Management Team, you will play a pivotal role in driving forward our ambitious building and infrastructure programme. Your primary responsibility will be to oversee the development and execution of a comprehensive safety management system, ensuring regulatory compliance, particularly focusing on COMAH regulations. Additionally, you will spearhead the formulation of insurance strategies for both current operations and future construction projects. This position demands meticulous attention to detail, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach to risk management.
Key Responsibilities:
-Lead the development and implementation of safety management systems and insurance strategies for construction projects and ongoing operations.
-Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, specifically focusing on COMAH regulations.
-Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory bodies and insurance providers, keeping senior leaders and stakeholders informed of safety deliverables and progress.
-Provide governance oversight and impartial guidance to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
-Collaborate with process safety engineers and stakeholders to address safety and insurance matters effectively.

Required Skills and Experience:
-Proven track record in managing technical safety and risk management projects.
-Experience in regulated industries, such as chemical and process, nuclear, or railway sectors.
Proficiency in risk analysis techniques including hazard identification and functional safety assessment.
-Comprehensive understanding of fire, explosion, and toxic release management, including safety evaluations and consequence modelling.
-Familiarity with relevant international legislation, standards, and codes such as DSEAR, ATEX, and COMAH.
-Expertise in safety assessments across the project life cycle, from feasibility studies to operation and maintenance.
-Experience in addressing health, safety, and environmental issues in the construction industry.
-Practical operational experience in high-risk environments.
-Familiarity with COMAH and DSEAR requirements and submissions.
-Strong background in developing and implementing construction project insurance strategies.

Desirable Skills:
-Working knowledge of water supply, wastewater treatment, recycling, and operational assets.

Qualifications:
-Bachelors degree in a relevant field.

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