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Reporting to and taking day to day direction from The Group Programme and Health & Safety Manager. Coordinating the H&S workload and providing an escalation point to the team for issue resolution. Leading by example, you will promote a positive and motivating team environment, overseeing H&S processes and procedures, training and auditing for the West Group of Companies. You will be aware of, and contribute to company and departmental objectives, targets, and measurements.

Job Responsibilities

Work with the Programme and H&S Manager to lead and maintain all H&S policies and procedures by regular review of government legislation and guidance.
Provide H&S management advice and guidance to colleagues.
Ensure all Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work, COSHH Assessments for all companies, equipment and chemicals are in date and regularly reviewed.
Partake in the monthly H&S Committee meetings for each company
Support Programme and H&S Manager with the completion of personal risk assessments for staff requiring additional support as highlighted at point of recruitment or following a period of ill health.
Provide H&S inductions for all new staff joining Group companies in Waterlooville and ensure inductions at other sites are completed in a timely manner.
Support the design, development and delivery of in-house H&S training for new recruits and regular refresher training and toolbox talks for all Group staff.
Ensure all staff H&S training is recorded/documented
Work with Facilities Manager to ensure all equipment is serviced and regulatory checks such as LOLER and LEV are completed.
Undertake regular workplace inspections and audits across the Group for compliance, liaising with various departments and providing recommendations for improvement.
Maintain an awareness of regulatory and ISO standards.

Benefits

25 Days + Bank Holidays

Required Job Skills

IOSH Managing Safely (essential)
NEBOSH General Certificate (desirable)
Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 (desirable)
Knowledge and understanding of H&S regulations
Minimum of 2 years H&S experience in a similar role
Experience in carrying out safety management audits
Experience in conducting H&S training
Ability to travel across Hampshire & Devon
Driving license essential