At Thames Water, you will play a key role in safeguarding our operations. As an Independent Authoriser, you will review and coordinate complex method statements and risk assessments, ensuring that all confined space entry activities are executed safely and in full compliance with industry standards. Your expertise will support our Water and Waste networks, especially during critical isolations and diversions, making you a linchpin in our commitment to safety and operational excellence.What you’ll be doing as an Independent Authoriser
1. Health & Safety Documentation:
* Develop, align, and, where necessary, create new documents, procedures, and guidance materials that control corporate risks.
* Ensure that all health and safety processes are robust and function effectively across the entire business.
2. Risk Assessment & Mitigation:
* Proactively identify and assess potential hazards to ensure risks are minimised to an acceptable level (ALARP – As Low As Reasonably Practicable).
* Collaborate with frontline staff, contractors, and management teams to share insights and drive continuous improvement across the organisation.
3. Cross-Departmental Knowledge Sharing:
4. Brief team members on learnings from investigations or incidents to foster an environment of continuous safety improvement.
5. Influence p...