Safety, Health and Environmental Manager

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established utilities company seeks a Safety, Health and Environmental Manager in Swanley, Kent. The role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, conducting risk assessments, and assisting with the implementation of OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001. Ideal candidates will have NEBOSH qualifications and relevant industry experience, fostering a culture of safety throughout project lifecycles and staff training.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH certification is a minimum requirement.
• Experience in the construction/utilities sector is essential.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK SHE legislation is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on compliance with statutory requirements.
• Assist in risk assessments and SHE policy implementation.
• Monitor projects and ensure adherence to SHE practices.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Compliance Guidance

Incident Investigation

Training Delivery

Education

NEBOSH Construction/general cert

NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ L6 in OHAS

Job description

Safety, Health and Environmental Manager - £60k-£65k+package - Swanley, Kent - well-established utilities company

Key responsibilities

-On a day to day basis provide guidance and advice to the business on compliance with statutory requirements and company standards using Guidance and Observation visits

-To respond to requests for advice which fall within the job holders area of expertise, through discussion with the SHE Lead and others where appropriate

-Undertaking risk assessments relating to SHE.

-Proactively working with operational teams during the project lifecycle to ensure that SHE is considered at all stages and that relevant control measures are identified

-Assisting the business with the implementation of the OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 standards

-Undertaking 'active' monitoring of company projects using the monitoring system

-Highlighting areas where poor practice and/or significant risk have occurred.

-Investigating incidents and producing detailed factual reports identifying root causes and recommendations for improvement

-Liaising with enforcing authorities as necessary

-Assisting the SHE Manager in the preparation, review and updating of policies and procedures relating to the management of SHE

-Working with senior managers and/or directors on the development and implementation of divisional level strategies for improvement

-Keeping up to date with new legislation and best practices in the industry through regular reading of journals and relevant website/ site visits Raise awareness on SHE and sustainability issues through toolbox talks and briefings, delivering training where necessary.

Qualifications/Experience

NEBOSH Construction/general cert (minimum)

NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ L6 in OHAS (desired)

Providing proactive support to operational business units

Up to date knowledge of UK legislation in relation to SHE Operation of an OHSAS 18001 and/or ISO 14001 based system

Relevant construction/utilities sector experience

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