Overview
We are currently hiring for a Health and Safety Manager for our group operations
Reporting to the Managing Director and the Group Financial Controller, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a specific Health & Safety programme to deliver best in class performance.
Responsibilities
Job Role and Responsibilities will include but not be limited to
* Develop, promote and maintain a strong, pro-active health & safety culture. Ensure full compliance with local and national Health and Safety legislation.
* Develop specific health & safety strategies, programmes and plans in partnership with Group Health and Safety.
* Implement the Group's behavioural-based safety programme.
* Co-ordinate and manage health and safety resources.
* Communicate and co-ordinate the adoption of industry best practices in health and safety.
* Establish a process of active health and safety monitoring through audits and inspections of site conditions and contractor activities.
* Monitor and report on health and safety performance and challenges using predefined leading and lagging health and safety performance indicators.
* Co-ordinate the development and implementation of health and safety programs and initiatives designed to continually improve performance.
* Support local Manager in the execution of health and safety-related statutory duties.
* Co-ordinate the investigation of incidents, ensuring root cause analysis is completed and corrective actions are implemented.
* Influence employee work practices through dialogue, relationship building and behavioral safety coaching.
* Coordinate the development and delivery of safety training, workshops and awareness briefings in consultation with our management team.
Qualifications
* Primary Degree in Health and Safety.
* Chartered member of IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or equivalent qualification would be an advantage.
* An advanced knowledge of construction & quarrying health and safety principles with proven technical skills in occupational safety and health disciplines with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a related role.
* Experience and proven capabilities in developing and implementing world-class health and safety management systems.
* Experience in developing and implementing behavioral safety programs.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills. A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence management.
* Proficient in the use of MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook.