Health & Safety Specialist

Magellan Aerospace; Kelbrook; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace maintenance company in the UK seeks a Health & Safety Specialist to lead safety performance within the organization. Responsibilities include compliance with health & safety legislation, conducting investigations, and providing training. Essential qualifications include GCSE or equivalent, NEBOSH General Certificate, and strong communication skills. This role offers a full-time permanent contract with competitive perks and benefits.

Benefits

A company culture that promotes work life balance

Access to mental health support

Business performance related bonus

Career development opportunities

Commitment to continued learning and development

Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement

Free parking

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of H&S compliance legislation.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and Environmental Management.
• Working knowledge of OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of safety performance in line with personal, team and functional goals.
• Support accident/incident investigations and reports.
• Maintain records required for ISO14001 and third party audits.
• Demonstrate a regular presence on the shop floor to promote safe working practices.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

IT literate, proficient in MS Office

Methodical, ordered and highly organised

Excellent communication and engagement skills

Results focused, with ability to work on own initiative

Education

GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English

NEBOSH General Certificate or higher

Technician (or higher) member of IOSH

Job description

Position Summary

Euravia Engineering & Supply Co Ltd, a part of Magellan Aerospace Kelbrook, Lancashire has an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety Specialist.

• Full Time Permanent Contract
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday – Thursday 7:45am – 4:30pm / Friday 7:45am – 12:15pm
• Job location: Colne Road, Kelbrook, Lancashire BB18 6SN

As the Health and Safety Specialist you will play a critical role in supporting the H&S Global function. You will engage with the site operational and supporting stakeholders to identify, coordinate and drive health, safety and environmental improvements; ensuring all EHS related issues are managed in compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of safety performance in line with personal, team and functional goals and objectives.
• Integrate with the site Senior Management Team to provide advice, support and guidance on all matters relating to health, safety and the environment.
• Support accident/incident investigations and reports, carry out trend/root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide accurate and timely information and reports regarding site health and safety performance.
• Coordinate, facilitate and/or arrange training programs/courses in accordance with global EHS training requirements.
• Maintain the records, documents and standards required for ISO14001, OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 and third party audits.
• Create, issue and review safety alerts, toolbox talks and one point task lessons to implement and disseminate policies, procedures and standards.
• Arrange, facilitate and contribute to the safety committee, executive and working group meetings, presenting site achievements at business reviews.
• Conduct internal audits/site inspections, and liaise with external auditors/external bodies in surveillance audits/inspections when needed.
• Liaise with department managers/supervisors to create, issue, review risk assessments/safe systems of work, advising H&S guidelines when new processes are being implemented.
• Prepare required reports in relation to HSE activities, accident claim reports, lost time accident reporting/RIDDOR reports.
• Demonstrate a regular presence on the shop floor, proactively interacting with the workforce to promote safe working practices across the site, while finding effective solutions to any EHS issues found.
• Interact with the Occupational Health provider as required to offer site specific health and safety information to support the health surveillance function.
• Any other reasonable duties as requested by management in support of the business.

Position Requirements

Essential Criteria

• GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or higher
• Technician (or higher) member of IOSH
• In-depth knowledge of H&S compliance legislation
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and Environmental Management
• Working knowledge of OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge and experience of H&S requirements in Aerospace manufacturing

Core Attributes and Competencies

• Integrity
• Respectful to others
• Creative in finding ways to do things better
• Act ethically in all you do
• Collaborate well with others

Skills

• IT literate, proficient in MS Office
• Methodical, ordered and highly organised
• Excellent communication and engagement skills
• Results focused, with ability to work on own initiative

Abilities / Personal Attributes

• Ability to manage and prioritise a range of work
• Able to organise work effectively, complete administration accurately and maintain records fully and systematically

Personal Attributes

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deal tactfully and discreetly with sensitive and confidential matters, particularly in accident and occupational health subjects.

About us

Euravia Engineering, A Magellan Aerospace Company is a specialist aviation company providing high quality, cost effective maintenance, repair and overhaul services for a wide range of gas turbines - with particular expertise in the Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6 engine series.

Operating from four purpose-built, fully FAA and EASA approved facilities in Lancashire, England; Euravia offers a Total Support framework for PT6 Engine Operators around the world. Our focus is to address the Customer\'s unique individual requirements, delivering first class turboprop engine performance and reliability alongside peerless customer service, with efficient turn times and cost-effective pricing.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!