Health, Safety - edinburgh, United Kingdom - Venesky Brown
Description
Job Title: Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager
Company Overview:
Venesky Brown a leading UK recruitment agency, with a presence across Infrastructure, Public Sector & Energy. Founded in 2005, we have accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience in the recruitment industry. Since our establishment, we have grown to market leaders in our field, supporting UK major projects and taking a prominent role in delivering Government Frameworks and are currently seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Manager to join our team.
Role Overview:
We're recruiting for a proactive and dedicated Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) Manager to join our team. This key role will take responsibility for overseeing and implementing all health and safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and contractors. The HS&E Manager will be integral to maintaining and enhancing our standards, offering expert guidance and leadership across the company.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide expert HS&E advice and leadership, supporting company decision making and ensuring working practices are safe and compliant
• Maintain expertise in H&S, sharing knowledge to develop the team's skills and capabilities
• Build and maintain robust relationships internally and externally to improve decision-making and project supply chain safety
• Ensure all H&S policies and procedures are developed, implemented, and audited effectively in line with best practice and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement in H&S performance, aligning with the company's strategic objectives
• Develop and monitor H&S performance, objectives, and targets, reporting on progress to senior management
• Take responsibility for the company's compliance with H&S standards, including ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 45001
• Promote a culture of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing across the company, championing our values and working towards a unified approach with our clients
• Deliver training and support our on-site workforce with health, safety and environmental education
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and documents relating to all health and safety matters, including risk assessments, incident reporting, PPE, and training records
Skills and Experience:
• Chartered membership of IOSH or Working towards Chartership NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
• Mental Health First Aid Trainer certification and experience delivering training
• Working knowledge of the Health and Safety Regulations
• Infrastructure/Civil engineering sector experience is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-focused outlook
• Willingness to travel as needed to support various company projects
Benefits:
• A competitive salary of £50-60k and performance-based bonus of up to 10% of salary
• Generous annual leave of 25 days plus public holidays
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement
• Pension scheme with equal 5% contributions from the employee and employer
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes life insurance, private medical insurance, critical illness cover, and a health cash plan
• Access to an employee assistance program
• Numerous professional development opportunities for skill enhancement and career progression
• 2 volunteering days per year
This position is not just a job but a career path for someone with a passion for health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental sustainability. You'll be joining a dynamic team that values innovation and is committed to reducing risks and improving the well-being of all stakeholders. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a role that protects people and communities, we welcome you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Additional Requirements:
The role requires regular visits to sites, some of which may not be accessible by public transport. Therefore, a full driving license is necessary for consideration.