Diamond Search Recruitment are looking for a reliable Health & Safety Officer for our client based in York to ensure everyone in the company complies with health and safety laws. You will also be responsible for establishing policies that will create and maintain a safe workplace.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing third generation family business to manage the complete Health & Safety function, reporting into the Operations Director.
As a Health & Safety Officer you must have excellent attention to detail to identify hazards. You will also be able to discover opportunities for improving conditions and execute various safety programs. The ability to communicate guidelines to a multidisciplinary workforce is essential.
£15.00 Per Hour
20 hours per week - flexible
28 days holiday pro-rata
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Senior team and Line Managers, providing them with expert advice and guidance, coaching and developing their knowledge on H&S Policies, Safe Operating Procedures and Risk Assessments.
- Work with the HR and Technical management teams to provide safety support in the various audits to which the company is exposed.
- Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines.
- Prepare and enforce policies and procedure to establish a culture of health and safety.
- Evaluate practices, procedures, and facilities to assess risk and adherence to company and legal requirements.
- Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations.
- Inspect equipment and machinery to ensure legal compliance and identify possible unsafe conditions for repair/improvement.
Requirements:
- NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health.
- Membership of IOSH.
- Extensive and up to date knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
- Experience of Health and Safety management.