Health, Safety, Environmental Protection Manager

UK Ministry of Defence; Ashby de la Launde; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection Manager to lead a forward-thinking team. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by ensuring safety and environmental standards are upheld across operational locations both in the UK and overseas. You will be responsible for assessing risks, implementing policies, and fostering a positive safety culture. Join a dynamic organization that values proactive safety management and offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Health & Safety trained professional with a proactive approach to accident prevention.
• Effective communication and leadership qualities to influence safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Assess workplace risks and implement preventative measures.
• Lead investigations into workplace accidents to identify causes.
• Conduct audits and provide assurance on safety management processes.

Skills

Risk Management

Policy Implementation

Incident Investigation

Compliance Monitoring

Communication Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification

National Qualification in Fire Safety (NEBOSH Level 3 or equivalent)

ISO:45001 Lead Auditor qualification

IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management

Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH minimum)

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Ashby de la Launde, East Midlands (England), LN4 3LH

Job Summary

Are you a Health & Safety trained professional looking for a role that allows you to make a difference? This is an opportunity to lead a forward-thinking team, supporting Defence and its partners to ensure safety and environmental standards are met. The role involves overseeing operational locations in the UK and overseas, with regular site visits.

Key Responsibilities

1. Risk Management: Assess workplace risks and implement preventative measures.
2. Policy Implementation: Enforce safety policies and procedures across the JCG.
3. Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into workplace accidents to identify causes and prevent recurrence.
4. Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental legislation, providing regular updates to the Commander.
5. Culture Building: Promote a positive safety culture within the JCG.
6. Audit and Assurance: Conduct audits, prepare reports, and provide assurance on safety management processes.
7. Hazard Identification: Inspect work areas for hazards and ensure corrective actions are taken.
8. Legal Protection: Maintain standards to minimize legal risks from workplace incidents.
9. Fire Safety: Act as a conduit for fire safety information within the organisation.

Person Specification

• Safety-focused mindset with a proactive approach to accident prevention.
• Attention to detail in assessing hazards and documenting findings.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with all levels of staff.
• Leadership qualities to influence safety culture.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability to changing environments and regulations.
• Willingness to update knowledge and deliver training as needed.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification.
• National Qualification in Fire Safety (NEBOSH Level 3 or equivalent).
• ISO:45001 Lead Auditor qualification.
• IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management.
• Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH minimum).

Behaviours and Skills

Assessment during the selection process will include behaviours such as Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Making Effective Decisions, and Working Together, along with technical skills like Incident Investigation, Audit & Assurance, and Risk & Hazards at an intermediate level.