Health & Safety Officer

Franke; St Albans; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

About Franke

We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow’s demands.

The Franke Coffee Systems division is a leading global provider of state-of-the-art solutions for professional coffee making. Together with our trade partners, we are committed to delivering premium best-in-class in-cup-quality, consistency and beverage variety, as well as ensuring an outstanding customer experience through constant innovation.

About the job

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Health & Safety Officer to join our dynamic team. This hands-on position requires a team player who can work closely with every department on daily operations, promote a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the business, actively implement and monitor Health & Safety systems and provide support and training to employees.

Your tasks

Key responsibilities:

1. Assist in the development and implementation of safety programs and policies
2. Coordinate and monitor safe working systems and processes
3. Ensure that data with regards to Health & Safety performance is captured and analysed
4. Provide support and guidance on Health & Safety matters
5. Investigate accidents, identify root causes and prepare remedial plans
6. Manage relationship with insurance providers
7. Ensure PPE is provided and used
8. Ensure First Aiders and Fire Marshalls are trained and carry out evacuation and fire drills
9. Oversee all aspects of building and warehouse functions and guarantee the safety and functionality of facilities (safety inspections, managing contractors, maintaining records, etc)

Requirements

• Degree or level 6 diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental Health (desirable)
• Relevant qualification: NEBOSH, IOSH or City & Guilds NVQ
• 2 years of experience in Health & Safety
• Good communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Analytical
• Data-focused

What we offer you

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Be part of a company committed to excellence and innovation.
• 25 days of holidays
• Private Healthcare for you, with the option to add partner and children
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection