Health & Safety Officer - Darwen, United Kingdom - WEC Group

WEC Group

Verified Company

Darwen, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Established for over 40 years and now one of the largest engineering and fabrication companies in the UK, WEC Group Ltd requires a professional
Health & Safety Officer to join our team at our headquarters in Darwen, Lancashire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated
Health & Safety Officer, who can improve the Health and safety systems and culture within a dynamic and rapidly expanding engineering company.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the company is compliant and up to date with all relevant legislation and regulations.
Ensure the company remain compliant to ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:201
Lead and provide advice on any health & safety improvements to ensure the safety of all personnel and visitors.
Conduct audits throughout the group in line with current accreditations.
Conduct toolbox talks throughout the group.
Conduct health & safety awareness training when required.
Host external accreditation audits.
Conduct safety inspections throughout the group.
Coordinating risk assessments and ensuring they are current and effective within all departments.
Monitor the accident and incident system and make improvements if needed.
Continue to improve the health & safety within the company.
Control and investigate any Health & Safety claims or complaints.
Provide regular updates to top management of any key improvements and issues.
Travelling between sites within the WEC Group will be required.
Any other health & safety related duties as and when required.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

NEBOSH qualified is preferred.
Knowledge of CDM requirements is beneficial.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to lead improvements.
Must have held a similar position previously.
Previous health & safety experience within an engineering environment is beneficial.
A high level of IT skills, including Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
A full UK driving licence.

Working Location/Environment
Darwen, Lancashire

Hours of Work
Week 1: 8am - 5pm Monday - Friday

Week 2: 8am - 5pm Monday - Thursday & 8am - 2pm Friday

Company Benefits