Environmental and Health & Safety Lead

Hello,
My client is a leading supplier of food processing equipment and systems for various sectors. They are currently in need of a Environmental, Health & Safety Lead to join their team in Peterborough.
ROLE: To be familiar with all applicable Environmental, Health & Safety (E,H&S) legislation and to plan, implement, monitor and optimise management systems to ensure the company complies with its statutory obligations.
DUTIES:
* To create, review and manage E,H&S policies, procedures, risk assessments and monitoring systems and manage associated actions
* To audit compliance with company E,H&S policies, SSoWs, legislation and guidance and report areas of non-compliance
* To monitor health and safety risks and hazards in the workplace and inform Supervision immediately of any situations that require immediate rectification or stopping of operation
* To liaise with external stakeholders (e.g. customers, insurers, HSE, EA, LA) on E,H&S matters
* To carry out workplace monitoring (e.g. noise, dust, vibration) as necessary and maintain records
* To investigate all serious accidents, collect performance data and report quarterly to the various H&S committee meetings
* To keep up to date with changes in legislation and guidance and implement changes where relevant (e.g. to policies or procedures)
* To provide advice on the environment, health and safety to employees at all levels of the business
* To work with and train employees to manage, monitor and improve the enfironmental, health and safety standards in the workplace
* To advise employees on how to minimise or ultimately avoid risks and hazards in the workplace
* To actively promote health and safety and safe working practices
* To manage fire safety including the review and maintenance of fire risk assessment(s)
* To manage emergency procedures (such as fire alarm drills), organise and lead emergency teams such as fire wardens and first aiders
* Any other ad hoc E,H&S duties as required
* Report all EHS KPI’s monthly to UK management & wider global EH&S management
* To actively engage and participate in EH&S global meetings via Teams
* To be aware of and follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures including feeding back any H&S information to management
* Be aware of and demonstrate the company values and behaviours
SKILLS:
Previous experience in a similar role/environment is essential
Understanding of ISO 14001
Understanding of the application of the Health & Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and other legislation relevant to the company’s business
Ability to effectively influence those at a senior level
Professional approach to dealing with issues and employees
Appreciation of confidentiality and discretion
Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail and a methodical approach
Focused on delivering outstanding customer service to internal customers and contractors
IT literate with a comprehensive understanding of Windows based programmes including Word, Excel and Outlook is essential
Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a range of people, both verbally and in writing
Strong teamwork skills are essential
Ability to act decisively in an emergency
Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, such as NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent, is essential.
BENEFITS:
183 Hours basic entitlement with 16 additional hours if no overtime – Company gives 3 days between Christmas and New Year, and the normal 8 public holidays.
Sick Pay
Private Health Care Scheme
Life Assurance
Pension Scheme
WORKING HOURS: MON-THU 8.30-16.45 FRI 8.30-15.00
TRAVEL: Approximately 10-15% travel activity mainly based in the UK.
LOCATION: PETERBOROUGH
SALARY: £55,000 PER ANNUM
PLEASE RESPOND TO ME WITH YOUR MOST UP TO DATE CV TO BE CONSIDERED
Kind Regards,
Maria Roque - Recruitment Consultant