We are working with a fantastic engineering company who is looking for a Health and safety Assistant

Previous office experience is desirable along side some basic engineering experience but this is not essential

We are looking for the right attitude and person to fit in with the team

The role:

To assist within Management Systems (MS) to ensure that safety, health and environmental management policies comply with legislative requirements and are applied consistently and rigorously across the business. To help drive a culture of health, safety and environmental excellence throughout the business.

Accountabilities

• Work closely with the MS Manager (MSM) and the Managing Director (MD) to ensure the long-term introduction of all business improvements relevant to Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S). Assist the MS with the creation of a monthly EH&S management report to the board of directors.

• Further develop, create, review and implement safe systems of work.

• Monitor the implementation of suitable project risk assessments and method statements.

• Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are implemented, communicated and adhered to by everyone.

• Assist the MS regarding Incident and Near-Miss investigations and apply corrective and preventive actions.

• Maintain the health and safety training matrix, updating as required by health and safety policies and personal development plans. Ensure all personnel have up to date training plans and any shortfalls are addressed. Source and book training courses through HR as required, inform all parties and ensure the programme is updated.

• Assist the MSM when dealing with consultants and external auditors to manage and deliver the current audit plan, ensuring that all areas are compliant with our policies and procedures. Actively contribute to continuous improvement.

• Arrange and coordinate regular site safety inspections on our customer's sites. Make sure all required housekeeping and health and safety inspections are carried out at business premises. Ensure all outstanding actions are completed

• Look after the health, safety and welfare of all employees.

• Attend environmental, health and safety committee meetings and ensure outstanding actions are completed in a timely manner. Attend other meetings as requested.

Essential:

English and Maths GCSE at Grade C or above or equivalent

Good ICT skills

Good planning and organisational skills

Excellent communication and people skills

Ability to manage several tasks concurrently and meet deadlines

Be hardworking and conscientious with the ability to motivate and support

Can work calmly under pressure

Show good initiative, be enthusiastic and self-motivated.

Good attention to detail

Hold a valid driving licence

Desirable:

Competent with Microsoft Office package, Word, Excel, Outlook

Experience with Net Zero

Minimum of 3 years working in an operational role with direct EH&S responsibilities

Health and safety qualification at certificate level through NEBOSH or IOSH