Health And Safety Officer

Health & Safety Specialist/Officer

This is a great opportunity to join a successful, established business who have a global presence with specialist material manufacturing sites strategically positioned across the UK, Germany, Brazil, and China. The role would suit someone already experienced as a Health & Safety Specialist/Officer, looking for a fresh new challenge.

They are looking for an experienced Health & Safety Senior Specialist/Officer who will be provided with development opportunities that can support your career progression. You will also be given a competitive salary and additional benefits.

What they need from you as Health & Safety Specialist/Officer:

• Minimum 2 years working experience in a Health, Safety and Environmental role
• A graduate or Chartered member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
• Experience of working with recognised systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 or ISO 50001
• Ability to explain and communicate HSE matters in language appropriate to all levels of the business through presentations, individual face to face meetings and small groups.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Demonstrable ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Qualifications:

• A recognised qualification in Health and Safety such as a Bachelor of Science in Health and Safety, National Diploma or with a National General Certificate or equivalent, with a willingness to work towards a National Diploma or equivalent, if required

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) function
• Act as the competent person to identify hazards and evaluate the risks associated with the manufacturing operation
• Develop and maintain a robust risk assessment process
• Organize and undertake HSE tours or oversee /complete internal audits and advise the respective manager(s) of the findings and any actions required
• Manage company links with legal authorities, insurance and others; interpret their reports and as required proactively drive any actions required to completion
• When requested, provide daily HSE support to all employees such as operators, team leaders, supervisors and managers
• Provide HSE support for all projects as required or on solutions required to eliminate, substitute or control any HSE risks
• Conduct training and presentations for Health, Safety and Environmental matters and accident prevention
• Produce routine Health, Safety and Environmental management reports
• Perform and ensure that accident and incident investigation meet all legal requirements
• Develop, implement and review all Health and Safety or Environmental plans, procedures, works instructions and safe systems of work in the workplace
• Develop, implement and maintain emergency response protocols

Salary/Package: Competitive – Hours: 37.5hrs per week

Benefits:

• Medicash benefit
• Death in Service
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Free onsite parking