Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Officer

Key Responsibilities

• To help drive a positive culture of Health, Safety and Environment across the site
• Proactively identify, assess and evaluate current and future regulations and health, safety and environment
• Working towards daily management and compliance for ISO45001 and ISO14001
• Facilitate assessments from the certification body, customers, and other interested parties
• Work towards continued development of the HSE Committee
• Maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of compliance programs and evaluate trends
• Monitor environmental impact and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards, adhering to ISO14001
• Produce monthly reports, newsletters and bulletins where required
• Challenge any unsafe practices and behaviour across all departments
• Assist in the management of waste and help to reduce disposal where possible
• Working to evaluate environmental risks that may affect the Company’s operations and assist with the preparation of robust improvement plans to ensure compliance
• Ensure the business operates in compliance with legislation, specifications, ACOP’s, guidance and standards for Health and Safety, keeping up to date with relevant legislative requirements
• Assist with the maintenance of its accreditations by ensuring all departments are adhering to and are familiar with relevant policies, procedures and documentation
• Ensure all HSE Policies and procedures are in place and introduced to new starters
• Promote a culture of safety first on-site; provide guidance; advice and understanding for compliance and regulatory requirements
• Carry out regular risk assessments; identify workplace hazards; work cross-functionally
• Plan and ensure audits are carried out following legislation and corporate procedures
• Assist with the investigation and report all accidents, incidents and near misses through the relevant channels and maintain a record of corrective actions
• Carry out induction training for new staff and contractors
• Plan and ensure audits are carried out following legislation and corporate procedures
• Assist with the investigation and report all accidents, incidents and near misses through the relevant channels and maintain a record of corrective actions
• Carry out induction training for new staff and contractors
• Develop and deliver internal training to employees for toolbox talks and topics such as hazard identification, emergency response, and safe working practices, encouraging employees to take responsibility for their safety and the safety of others.