Health Safety and Quality Advisor (Mansfield / Field based) Circa £44k depending on experience plus £5k car allowance, bonus, pension, private Medical Insurance and life Assurance.
Our client is a recognised global leader working within the Manufacturing and Shop fit Industry.
The Health Safety and Quality Advisor plays an instrumental role in setting and maintaining the standards for quality, health, safety, and environmental management within the organization.
This position involves the development, implementation, and oversight of policies and procedures that ensure the company's operations complies with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, the Health Safety and Quality Advisor will aid the business in ensuring that both product quality and workplace conditions meet the highest standards, thereby safeguarding the well-being of employees and minimizing the environmental impact of business activities.
Through their expertise, the role supports the organization's commitment to delivering excellence, while also addressing the well-being of its workforce and the preservation of the environment. This role supports the business by ensuring facilities are maintained and inspected as appropriate, in accordance with statutory requirements and business objectives.
Health Safety and Quality Advisor Key Responsibilities Provide support and assistance to the Senior Leadership Team and Group Head of QEHS as required.
Develop, implement, and oversee the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) management systems and policies, ensuring compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation.
Facilitate risk assessments and hazard identification processes across all operations, implementing risk mitigation and management strategies to minimize occupational health and safety risks.
Facilitate the completion of construction phase plans and contractor RAMS where required. Lead internal and external QHSE audits, coordinating with different departments to ensure readiness and compliance, and addressing any findings with corrective actions.
Where required, follow up with sites and provide support in the effective close out of corrective actions.
Design and deliver appropriate QHSE training programs to all employees, promoting a culture of safety and awareness throughout the organization.
Investigate accidents, incidents, near-misses, claims and nonconformities, facilitating the compilation of detailed reports with appropriate evidence to support findings, as well as ensuring comprehensive root cause analysis is completed proportionate to the harm and suitable corrective actions are implemented to prevent future occurrences.
In addition to this, support the appropriate close out of employee, product and public liability claims and liaising with company insurers and appointed solicitors as required.
Monitor and report on QHSE performance metrics, analysing data to identify trends and areas for improvement, and presenting findings to senior management.
Liaise with external QHSE bodies, consultants, regulatory agency representatives, customers, and insurance inspectors to ensure all external obligations are met as required.
Ensure that all required memberships and certifications are maintained to the highest possible standard including (but not limited to) ISO, Altius, Safe Contractor, SEDEX, Artila and Avetta.
Oversee the management and disposal of hazardous substances and environmental permitting requirements, ensuring compliance with environmental protection regulations and minimizing environmental impact.
Support the effective communication of QEHS matters across all levels of the business, including leading regular meetings with stakeholders as appropriate as well as the development and circulation of regular communication materials, including bulletins and tool box talks. Support the effective consultation of employees in line with regulatory requirements, promoting a positive culture of communication.
Develop and implement continuous improvement plans and action logs, ensuring progress and improvement for stakeholder satisfaction.
Providing appropriate health, safety and environmental advice and support to all areas of the business.
Ensure appropriate emergency procedures are in place, implemented and communicated effectively as well as practiced regularly as appropriate.
Provide administrative support for all QHES requirements including (but not limited to), all aspects of record management on the Assure system, minute taking, report writing and ordering of goods and services.
Keeping up to date with new legislation and best practice in the industry.
Requirements: 5 years' experience in Health Safety and Quality Advisor or similar compliance-based role - Essential.
Minimum NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) and GRAD IOSH Membership - Essential.
Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) with internal and external stakeholders.
Must be flexible and work in multiple locations- willing to travel.
Driving license essential due to the amount of travel involved in this role.
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