Health & Safety Environmental Officer - Belfast, United Kingdom - Abacus Professional Recruitment

Abacus Professional Recruitment
Abacus Professional Recruitment
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Belfast, United Kingdom

1 month ago

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Our client a leading manufacturer is seeking to recruit an experienced
Health & Safety Environmental Officer .

You will be joining a dynamic and expanding company, working alongside a team of professionals who pride themselves in company values.


Benefits:

Onsite Parking

Early finish Fridays 2pm

Competitive Salary

And many more


Responsibilities:

Provide support in resolving site wide Health & Safety and Environmental issues through participative/hands-on interaction with all levels on site to ensure compliance with all current legislation, including codes of practice and relevant standards and the review and development of Company policy and procedures;
Ensure that Company procedures are being fully implemented throughout each department, providing assistance to the Managers, Team Leaders and Supervisors on practical implementation of the Health & Safety and Environmental systems;
Carry out inspections / audits as per the planned program and ensure any actions identified are placed on the HSE Action Tracker;
Develop close working relationships and establish communications with all management levels across all teams ensuring that the corrective action arising from audits/reviews is carried out within given timescales and to facilitate the deployment and sustainability of Health & Safety improvements;

Regularly review and develop risk assessments and Work Instructions in relation to all machinery, environmental areas and employees' tasks ensuring appropriate document control, issue, and training.

Ensure reviews are carried out in response to an accident / dangerous occurrence;

Assist in the analysis of training needs to facilitate compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental requirements throughout the Company.

Also to assist in the preparation and delivery of training in related areas. Ensure that all records are kept up to date and that training gaps are identified and appropriate action taken;
Assist the HSE Manager in gathering of information for insurers in order to maintain tight control regarding claims & investigations;
Establish visible presence across all areas of the site on a daily basis to ensure satisfactory Health & Safety performance is achieved and the effectiveness of communications throughout operations between management and shop floor is maintained;
Assist in the Investigation of accidents, incidents and Near Misses, maintaining proper records and provide recommendations in respect of corrective action;
Attend (or Chair as required) Company Health & Safety / Environmental meetings, including SAT meetings, advise on suitable action plans and prepare and distribute minutes accordingly;
Update and maintain the Health & Safety Balanced Scorecard incorporating K.P.I.'s to track performance and measure improvements against agreed objectives;
Upload, maintain and monitor HSE Records on Sharepoint to ensure compliance with Statutory and Internal requirements;
Undertake "special projects" and report as required;
Ensure adherence to good housekeeping procedures so that a safe and clean working environment is kept at all times.


Communications
Ensure communications are maintained at the highest possible level between management and the workforce and keep the HSE Manager advised of impending situations which could develop into more serious problems;
Maintain open relationships with the Management team allowing for the reporting of Health & Safety / Environmental management information in an efficient manner;
Maintain working relationships with all designated Health & Safety representatives;


Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role

NEBOSH - National General Certificate.

Ability to work with production teams daily and challenge inappropriate practices.

Demonstrate due diligence and attention to detail.

Proactive, effective, and motivated team player with strong communication skills (verbal and written).

Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Keen interest in continually improving HSE performance.


Next Steps:
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 4 business hours.

The team at Abacus manages a range of permanent and contract positions throughout Northern Ireland, the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

If you are experienced and/or professionally qualified we can support your job search.
ABACUS ACTS AS A RECRUITMENT BUSINESS AND CANNOT PROVIDE VISA SPONSORSHIP TO APPLICANTS.
APPROPRIATE UK WORK PERMISSION IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.


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