Health & Safety Officer

Somerset Drainage Boards Consortium; Somerset Court; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional environmental organization in Somerset is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator to implement and manage health and safety practices in the workplace. This role involves conducting inspections, managing risk assessments, and overseeing office maintenance. The ideal candidate has experience in health and safety management and strong organizational skills. Salary up to £40,000 per year based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in Health and Safety coordination.
• Knowledge of statutory Health and Safety requirements.
• Ability to conduct training and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Implement Health and Safety practices in the workplace.
• Conduct weekly and ad hoc safety checks.
• Manage risk assessments and incident reporting.
• Oversee office repairs and maintenance services.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Accident Investigation

Office Management

Job description

Overview

The Somerset Drainage Boards Consortium is the organisation that manages the operations and affairs of three internal Drainage Boards (IDBs) in Somerset. The main activities of the Boards are to manage water levels and flood Risk within their respective catchments for the protection of people, property and the environment.

Role

Health & Safety Coordinator: coordinate provision of building services and maintenance activities and all aspects of Health & Safety in the workplace, including construction and operational activities in the field carried out by contractors and field teams ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: Implement practical and effective methods of promoting Health & Safety and safe working practices in the workplace.
• Completion of weekly and ad hoc safety checks as per the Health & Safety Policy.
• Conduct/organise relevant Health & Safety training for staff as required.
• Manage the process for all risk assessments as required by legislation.
• Carry out investigations into all accidents and inform the CEO immediately of all incidents reportable under RIDDOR.
• Conduct Health & Safety inspections and prepare reports and documents as required.
• Establish contractor Health & Safety procedures.

Office & Buildings Management

• Identifying, overseeing and implementing general office repairs.
• Scheduling and contracting of regular building testing, checks and other maintenance services and recording accordingly, communicating with employees affected as necessary.
• Drafting and updating emergency plans and evacuation procedures.

Location

This job is fully office based at our premises in Highbridge, Somerset, with some in the field duties.

Salary

Salary up to £40k per year dependent on qualifications and experience.