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Health & Safety Advisor
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 33,000 - 33,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wickford, Essex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Our client, based in Wickford, Essex are recruiting for an experienced and qualified Health & Safety Advisor. (Ideally NEBOSH qualified). Below, we have set out your roles & responsibility chart for your position as a Health and Safety Advisor. Note you will need to have a full driving licence as you will be required to sometimes travel off site to client sites.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines tailored to the specific needs of the business.
* Produce risk assessments and inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend appropriate control measures to mitigate risks effectively.
* Collaborate with relevant personnel to promote a proactive safety culture and ensure adherence to health and safety standards at all times.
* Provide expert advice, guidance, and training to employees, and other stakeholders on health and safety matters, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
* Monitor and evaluate health and safety performance, analysing data, and producing reports to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for enhancing safety initiatives.
* Keep abreast of new legislation, regulations, and industry standards related to health and safety, ensuring compliance and recommending necessary updates to company policies and procedures.
* Liaise with external regulatory bodies, clients, regarding health and safety matters, representing the company's interests and maintaining strong professional relationships.
* Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess the effectiveness of health and safety programs, identifying non-compliance issues and recommending corrective actions.
* Act as the company's focal point for health and safety communications, promoting awareness campaigns, organizing training sessions, and ensuring effective dissemination of information.
* Travel off-site to clients, contractors and engineers on routine visits.
* Other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:
* Proven experience in Health and Safety in the industry or a related field, with a strong understanding of safety requirements and regulations.
* Comprehensive knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and best practices, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise safety briefings, training sessions, and written reports.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to identify potential risks, evaluate hazards, and develop practical solutions.
* Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications and other relevant software for data analysis and reporting.
* Professional certifications such as IOSH membership (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or other relevant qualifications would be advantageous.
Person Specification:
* Problem solving ability.
* Resilience – being able to handle resistance and/or complaints.
* IT literate (Microsoft office).
* Strong listening, verbal, written communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Be self-driven and pro-active.
* Valid Driving Licence
Based in Wickford, with occasional travel to sites – a full UK driving licence is required
• H&S experience and ideally a NEBOSH qualification
• Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:30 (30-minute break)
• £33,000 per annum
For further information apply today or contact Kim Baker, ENS Commercial Recruitment, SouthendBefore You Apply
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