Health and Safety Advisor - Runcorn, United Kingdom - AW Safety Management

AW Safety Management

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Runcorn, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

As a safety manager you must have excellent attention to detail to identify hazards. Must have experience in Engineering environment is a must

You will also be able to discover opportunities for improving conditions and execute various safety programs. The ability to communicate guidelines to a multidisciplinary workforce is essential.

Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines
Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety
Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law
Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention
Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations
Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions
Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle worker's compensation claims

Requirements and skills

Proven experience as safety manager
Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines
Excellent organizational and motivational skills
Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
BSc/BA in safety management or relevant field is preferred
Valid qualification in occupational health and safety
Risk assessment/management
Administrative policies and procedures
EPC industry experience
Familiarity with project and department budget process and tools
Knowledge of project controls
Conceptual planning ability
Conflict management and problemsolving skills
Leadership ability
Multitasking ability
Communication, meeting, and presentation skills
Comfort with time reporting systems
510 years' Health Safety and Environmental experience within engineering
Ability to effectively manage meetings, investigations, and group discussions.
High level of verbal and written communication skills together with the ability to coach and lead others to achieve their safety goals.
Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and high confidentiality.
Ability to design and deliver training modules.
Patience and diplomacy and a collaborative approach.
Negotiating skills.
Excellent PC Skills.
NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum standard, diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 management systems is desirable.