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Job Title: SHE Officer GB
Reports to: Head of SHEQ
Department: SHEQ
Location: Manchester
Working Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am–5pm, Fri 8:30am–4pm

Main Purpose of the Role:

* Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations for GB.

* Report serious incidents to the Group H&S Officer and Head of SHEQ promptly.

* Investigate environmental incidents and report findings.

* Liaise with clients on safety, health, and environmental issues.

Goals & Objectives:

* Support the maintenance of the Group's ISO Integrated Management System.

* Liaise with the SHEQ Dept. to ensure working practices comply with legislation.

* Assist in developing health, safety, and environmental strategies and policies.

* Conduct risk assessments and outline safe operational procedures.

* Carry out regular site inspections and ensure compliance with policies.

* Provide in-house training on safety, health, and environmental matters.

* Maintain records of audits and inspections, suggesting improvements.

* Investigate accidents and incidents to prevent recurrence.

* Stay updated with relevant legislation and ensure compliance.

* Oversee the safe installation of equipment and disposal of hazardous substances.

* Manage COSHH Register and advise on specialist areas like noise and occupational diseases.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

* Enforce company H&S and environmental procedures and report non-conformities.

* Assist in developing and delivering safety training.

* Conduct risk assessments for high-risk tasks and ensure understanding.

* Collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with standards on projects.

* Perform in-house and on-site housekeeping inspections and audits.

* Promote safety awareness and work with SHEQ Dept. to update policies.

* Ensure portable electrical equipment complies with regulations.

* Assist with staff training, including inductions.

* Support the Group Health & Safety Officer as needed.

Essential Criteria

* Qualifications: NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction H&S, NEBOSH Environmental Management or equivalent/higher.

* Experience: Minimum 3 years in a similar construction role, with strong knowledge of UK health and safety laws and engineering practices. Experience with ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001.

* Skills: Strong IT skills, ability to work independently, excellent communication, ability to deliver training, and technical understanding of engineering challenges.

* Other: Full driving licence and willingness to travel across UK and occasionally Ireland