Health And Safety Advisor

 

Main characteristics

Location

Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire

Company

Linkster Recruitment

Salary

£35000 - £38000/annum

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Manufacturing / Surveying

Job summary

Health, Safety, Environment & Facilities Co-ordinator
Our client based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is well known for their exceptional work within their industry, friendly working environment and fantastic facilities.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Health, Safety, Environment & Facilities Co-ordinator to join a forward thinking business.
This position will include the following responsibilities:
JOB ROLE
* Advise and support Senior management on all health, safety and environmental issues relevant to the Company activities and business and keep up to date with all H&S legislation that will affect the Company
* Carry out where appropriate and support risk assessments for all tasks and areas and ensure that all hazards and risks are highlighted and eliminated or reduced to as low as possible. Ensure COSHH assessment is conducted and take responsibility for ensuring the safe disposal of all waste and hazardous substances from site
* Establish site specific policies, procedures, systems and ways of operating that ensure compliance with all legislative and Company requirements
* Lead investigation processes for all accidents and keep records of both accidents and near misses. Ensure that reporting processes and deadlines are met, which includes advising the Company Secretary of all incidents reportable under RIDDOR. Develop corrective action plans with relevant managers and teams where necessary.
* Ensure that regular review processes are in place to monitor performance and drive improvement activity and keep up to date and auditable records of all relevant documentation
* Carry out H&S inductions for all employees and visitors to site. Conduct in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks
* Manage fire risks and fire prevention processes at sites, including fire warden/marshal training and emergency evacuation plans
* Manage first aid coverage at sites and ensure the first aid risk assessment process is implemented and maintained
* Manage external contractors who carry out work on site to ensure full compliance with all legislative requirements
* Work in conjunction with managers across all areas to manage Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities aspects
* Ensure adequate selection and availability of PPE
* Take the lead role and drive the site to improve sustainability, removing waste from production and working towards recyclable
* Coach, guide and influence all employees to improve and develop styles & behaviours that build a safety culture on site
* To be fully engaged with the Group ESG initiatives and support where appropriate the implementation of projects that will enable the delivery of our ESG Strategy
* Support the Site Manager with scheduled inspections in relation to the buildings, premises and equipment in conjunction with the compliance calendar, including organising services and repairs as required
* To perform other reasonable duties as requested by Site or Senior Managers
KEY SKILLS / EXPERIENCE - Health, Safety, Environment & Facilities Co-ordinator
* At least two years experience in a similar position in manufacturing, warehousing, supply chain or distribution sector.
* Relevant qualification (NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent)
* Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and legislation
* Computer literate (MS applications)
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills
* High attention to detail
* Excellent communication skills
BENEFITS
* Salary negotiable (up to 38k p/annum)
* Canteen
* Clean working environment
* Free car parking
Hours of work are 08:00am4.30pm Monday to Friday.
Health, Safety, Environment & Facilities Co-ordinator
Linkster are Recruitment Specialists providing temporary, contract and permanent recruitment services across the supply chain sector, from engineering and warehousing, to manufacturing and clerical