Health and Safety Officer - Energy Storage HSE UK

BYD Europe; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Health and Safety Officer to oversee energy storage sites across the UK. This pivotal role involves conducting HSE risk assessments, site inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You will be instrumental in promoting a safe working environment while leading initiatives that contribute to a zero-emission future. If you are passionate about health and safety, have a strong background in energy storage, and are looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

Performance-based remuneration

Scottish Widow workplace pension

25 days paid holidays + public holidays

Team building events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in H&S role related to energy storage.
• Knowledge of high voltage environment working.

Responsibilities

• Undertake HSE risk assessments and site inspections.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

HSE laws and regulations

Analytical problem-solving

Organizational skills

Customer care

Communication skills

Education

Experience in H&S-related position

Fire management and risk assessment experience

Tools

Basic IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)

CSCS card

Job description

BYD is seeking an H&S Officer to cover various energy storage site locations across the UK. This role is responsible for reporting to the UK Regional Aftersales Manager. The H&S Officer will undertake HSE risk assessments and site inspections, recording and investigating incidents and accidents on BYD energy storage units across various client locations within the UK.

Tasks & Typical duties/responsibilities:

• Know HSE laws and regulations applicable to battery energy storage system power stations.
• Know laws and regulations applicable to battery recycling and battery registration.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations by all employees of the business; providing the necessary training and ongoing meetings to assist the employee.
• Ensure equipment in all sites is installed safely and maintained to the necessary standard.
• Undertake risk assessments and site inspections, identifying potential hazards and determining ways of reducing risks.
• Keep up to date with safe operational practices ensuring adherence to any changes in legislation.
• Ensure all First Aider and Fire Marshall responsibilities are carried out as per agreed policy and procedures.
• Record and investigate incidents, accidents, complaints, and cases of ill health.
• Report any RIDDOR occurrences to HSE when there is any RIDDOR occurring on-site.
• Investigate any health and safety issues raised by management or employees.
• Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are continually reviewed and updated.
• Produce reports for health and safety statistics and trends, writing regular articles to communicate to all employees on health and safety issues and changes to regulations.
• Pass and maintain the requirements of the Relevant Regulator’s “fit and proper test” as required.
• Attend training courses as required to enable you to develop your skills and knowledge through continuous professional development.
• Management responsibilities for the Control of Contractors within any site.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an H&S-related position in energy storage power.
• Minimum 2 years of fire management and risk assessment experience.
• Knowledge of high voltage environment working.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Committed to providing excellent customer care with the ability to communicate in verbal and written forms at all levels.
• A current full clean UK driving licence.
• Basic IT skills (Word Processing, Outlook, Excel).
• CSCS card is required to work on site.
• Right to Work in the UK.

We offer:

• Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration.
• Scottish Widow workplace pension.
• 25 days paid holidays + public holidays.
• Department & company-wide team building events.
• An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to Zero Emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.

About BYD UK and BYD Energy Storage:

BYD UK is the UK distributor of BYD Company Ltd, which is a China-based company and a global leading-edge provider of green energy technologies. Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a world of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create a positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD Energy Storage was established in 2008. As a global pathfinder, leader, and expert in battery energy storage systems, BYD Energy Storage specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, marketing, service, and recycling of energy storage products. Built on state-of-the-art battery technology, BYD Energy Storage has provided safe and reliable energy storage system solutions for hundreds of grid-scale, C&I, and residential energy storage projects worldwide, covering 400+ cities, 70+ countries and regions, and 6 continents, including the U.K., U.S., Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, and Japan. Total global shipment volume has reached 14GWh+ (As of Dec. 31, 2022). BYD Energy Storage will collaborate with you for a clean and sustainable future.