Safety Officer

You will be part of a quickly expanding company nationwide. We believe in creating an inspiring workplace for our staff to thrive while delivering technical excellence to our clients. Focusing on Recycling and are constantly innovating and educating to reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfill. All operational processes focus on facilitating recycling, composting and working towards a Greener, Cleaner world

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

* Report on agreed KPI metrics within the area of responsibility of this role. * Coordinate and support all activities relating to implementing safety initiatives, accident investigation, site walks, audits, liaising with supervisors, managers, and external suppliers, managing CAPA logs, and assisting the business units on training needs. * Conduct thorough written risk assessments and safety audits across all collection and site-based activities to identify potential hazard, while recommending and implementing appropriate corrective measures. * Carry out regular H&S checks and audits, with a hands-on approach to H&S within each business unit and promoting the importance of H&S at all times. * Assist with accident / incident investigations to include details of the nature, the extent and the impact of the incident. It shall also include all corrective action taken to minimise the effects on the environment and to avoid reoccurrence. * Interpret and advise on the implementation of H&S Legislation. Keep abreast of any relevant legislative changes. * Deliver safety induction training for new employees. Ensure there is an adequate training matrix in place to provide for all known risks pertinent to each role. * Organise and conduct regular safety training sessions for employees, contractors, and visitors to promote safety awareness and compliance

IDEAL CANDIDATE

* Professional qualification in Health and Safety (IOSH, NEBOSH) * Expertise and knowledge of in the waste industry would be an advantage * Proficient working knowledge and hands-on experience with Health and Safety regulations * Commitment to a safety-aware culture and drive to implement new processes as appropriate * Experience of auditing, inspecting and surveying to identify problems and defects * Experience in managing the health, safety and welfare of staff and contractors working in a complex, multi-site environment * Experience working on fire safety, including fire risk assessments.

WHAT THE FIRM OFFERS

* Career development and training opportunities * Very Competitive salary * Company events * Free parking * On-site parking