Health And Safety Officer

Health, Safety & Environmental Officer Locations: Worcester Salary: circa £45,000 Job Type: Permanent (onsite) Latham & Bond HR is delighted to collaborate with a leading automotive manufacturer in their search for a dedicated Health, Safety & Environmental Officer. This role is pivotal for those passionate about maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental practices. As a vital team member, you will be instrumental in implementing and enhancing health and safety protocols, ensuring a workplace that prioritizes safety, compliance, and proactive risk management. Health and Safety Officer Responsibilities: Oversee and manage health, safety, and environmental systems to maintain compliance with legal standards and promote a culture of safe working practices. Handle the health and safety framework for a company with a £50 million turnover and approximately 300 employees. Develop and maintain Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems for the Group and Plant, aligning with statutory requirements and integrating industry-leading practices. Collaborate with Project and Engineering teams to assess and mitigate risks, particularly in machinery safety and imported risks. Oversee the compliance, testing, and assessment of equipment to ensure safe operation across all sites. Conducted PUWER assessments and served as the designated PUWER duty holder. Perform ergonomic assessments in die casting and CNC machining operations, ensuring adherence to best practices and legal standards. Manage and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications, providing environmental and energy management expertise. Offer guidance and advice to site management on health, safety, and environmental compliance, ensuring continual improvement and adherence to best practices. Audit health and safety management systems, address non-compliance issues and implement strategies to prevent future issues. Regularly review risk assessments, ensuring they are current and reflective of best-in-class practices. Report on health and safety performance, engage with senior management and conduct safety training sessions. Coordinate with external regulatory bodies like the HSE and Environment Agency, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective incident response. Key Accountabilities: Lead audits and enhance health, safety, and environmental metrics, ensuring group-wide adherence to legal and best practice standards. Manage compliance reporting and operational risk assessments, maintaining rigorous safety standards and operational efficiency. Act as the primary contact for PUWER assessments, ensuring all machinery and equipment are compliant and safe. Engage with senior stakeholders, reporting on safety performance and driving continuous improvement in health and safety practices. Investigate incidents thoroughly, employing a structured approach to prevent recurrence and enhance safety protocols. Experience & Qualifications: Expertise in health and safety regulations, with a strong background in manufacturing safety management. Experience with environmental management, including ISO 14001, would be beneficial. Familiarity with working within an environmentally permitted environment would also be beneficial. Proficiency in ergonomic assessment, particularly in high-risk operations like die casting and CNC machining. Familiarity with ISO 50001 standards and experience managing these systems. Proven ability to work with regulatory bodies, including conducting compliance reporting and managing inspections. Excellent communication skills, capable of delivering training and driving safety awareness across all organizational levels. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proficiency in using technology and software relevant to health and safety management. A proactive, hands-on approach can influence safety culture and practices effectively across the organization.