A high-tech manufacturer in Newport, who have recently received significant investment and are undergoing huge expansion, require a Health and Safety Engineer to join their growing team. Joining a small team, your emphasis will be on Health & Safety, with some of the role assisting an existing Environmental Engineer.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain effective management systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 standards.
* Provide efficient Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) services to support business needs.
* Assist EHS Engineers in fulfilling their duties effectively.
* Monitor and oversee on-site EHS practices of contractors and businesses.
* Ensure timely maintenance and compliance of all life safety systems.
* Coordinate remedial actions for any maintenance issues or system breakdowns.
* Maintain accurate records and schedules for maintenance activities using the Facilities CMMS.
* Participate in EHS improvement and obsolescence projects.
* Conduct health and safety inductions for new employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors; maintain comprehensive training records.
* Support the training and preparedness of the emergency response team.
* Develop and implement policies and guidelines to meet EHS legislation and best practices.
* Organize and document training programs for staff and contractors.
* Participate in internal review boards to ensure EHS considerations are integrated into project stages.
* Investigate and report on EHS-related incidents, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
* Manage administrative tasks related to EHS, including maintaining records, permits, and purchase orders.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Experienced Health & Safety Engineer/Advisor (or EHS/SHEQ)
* Experience within a manufacturing environment
* HNC or equivalent in health and safety, environmental, engineering, or a related field
* NEBOSH certificate would be beneficial
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