Health & Safety Officer

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Supporting the Health and Safety Manager in the implementation and continuous improvement of health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) systems

·         Liaison with the Health and Safety Manager assisting with the generation and maintenance of quality documentation.

·         Supporting the reporting, investigation and documentation of incidents, near misses and non-conformances

·         Overseeing health and safety training compliance and coordination across the organisation

·         Undertaking site inspections, audits and supporting the completion and review of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)

·         Supporting internal auditing processes and ISO management systems (9001, 14001, 45001)

·         Assisting with compliance monitoring and ensuring standards are maintained across projects

·         Coordinating health and safety training and competency requirements across the business

·         Working closely with operational teams to promote safe systems of work and positive safety culture

·         Supporting the development and delivery of health and safety initiatives and campaigns across the business

·         Undertake any other duty deemed necessary by Management, to ensure the efficient running of the business

Health & Safety:

·           Comply with all company health and safety policies and procedures at all times

·           Promote and support safe working practices across all sites

·           Identify and report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions in a timely manner

·           Support the implementation and adherence to risk assessments and safe systems             of work

·           Ensure all relevant risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are understood, signed and followed

·           Follow safe manual handling practices in line with company procedures

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications and Experience:

·         NEBOSH general certificate or equivalent Health and Safety qualification

·         A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the Engineering, Construction Industry or similar environment in a Health & Safety role

·         Working knowledge of Quality Assurance within the construction industry

·         Understanding of safe systems of work within construction environments

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·         Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams)

·         Strong Knowledge of Legislation in relation to Health & Safety

·         Working experience of auditing / operating ISO 9001/14001/18001[HA1]  accreditation system

·         Full UK driving licence (essential)

Attributes/Skills:

The successful candidate will:

·         Be proactive and willing to learn and develop

·         Have good organisational and communication skills

·         Be able to work both independently and as part of a team

·         Demonstrate attention to detail

·         Have a positive and practical approach to problem solving

·         Be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

          In addition:-

·         As the majority of the work will be conducted in Public Sector or Housing Associations properties, we will require a recent Enhanced Access NI certificate CTS will perform a Access NI check as part of the on-boarding process.

·         Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from employment. We operate a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is available on request and forms part of our employee handbook provided at the point of secure employment.

·         We have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information, which is available on request and is also included in our employee handbook.

·         The role may also require the successful candidate to undertake work specific training on the job or externally.

CTS is an equal opportunities employer

 [HA1]Should this be 45001?