Overview
Alimak Group is a global provider of sustainable vertical access and working at height solutions in the commercial, industrial and construction sectors. With presence in more than 120 countries, the Group develops, manufactures, sells, and services vertical access and working at heights solutions with focus on adding customer value through enhanced safety, higher productivity, and improved cost efficiency. The Group has a large installed base of elevators, service lifts, temporary and permanent hoists and platforms and building maintenance units around the world. The solutions portfolio also comprises of height safety protective equipment, load measurement & control, lifting & handling, and a global after-sales business model, with recurring revenue from spare parts and services such as inspection, certification, maintenance, refurbishments, replacements, and training. Founded in Sweden 1948, the Group has its headquarters in Stockholm, 26 production and assembly facilities in 15 countries and approximately 3,000 employees around the world.
At Alimak Group, we understand that our employees are the key to our success. Our aim is to be an attractive Employer of choice, and we strive to attract, develop, and retain qualified and motivated people in a professional and attractive working environment. Working at Alimak Group means you will be part of a team of professionals who work together to bring about innovation and best practices in vertical access solutions.
We are seeking a highly motivated Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) Manager, with a background in construction / engineering special projects, for our Faacade Access division located in Chelmsford. This role will report to the Global HSS Lead / UK Snr HSEQ Manager with a dotted line to the Faacade Access Division Manager.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in quality management, engineering / heavy plant and equipment. They will be responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all Faacade Access personnel, environmental protection, and maintaining quality standards on specific, often time-limited, initiatives as well as the general activities required to maintain compliance with our UK and global Group policies, procedures and ISO certifications.
This is a very hands-on role with an approximate split of 60/40 between general HSEQ management support for the business and its management systems, and operational HSEQ support for the Faacade access team; ensuring that excellence and compliance is maintained for service and installation projects on customer sites, throughout the project lifecycles.
Key Responsibilities
General HSEQ Management
* Support the UK Snr HSEQ Manager and wider HSEQ team with maintenance and improvement of the ISO and other certified Integrated Business Management System.
* Identifying, assessing, and managing potential HSEQ risks associated with projects and general business activities, monitoring and ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations, standards, and company policies. Conducting regular business process audits, assessing the effectiveness of HSEQ procedures, and identifying areas for improvement.
* Supporting the Snr HSEQ Manager with Faacade Access division product warranty / quality issues. This involves working with our Spanish quality / engineering teams, and UK FA managers for new projects and service activities, to root cause current issues and drive improvements for future products.
* Monitoring and measuring compliance through visits to customer project sites to audit HSEQ compliance.
* Acting as a point of contact for clients and other stakeholders on HSEQ matters and collaborating with project teams and senior management.
* Supporting project / technical managers with project-specific HSEQ and ITC plans, including product specifications, risk assessments, method statements, and emergency response plans.
* Investigating incidents and near misses, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and correction actions.
* Delivering toolbox talks, safety briefings, and training to project personnel, and communicating changes to HSEQ procedures.
* Preparing and maintaining HSEQ documentation, including risk assessments, method statements, inspection reports, incident reports, monthly update reports for the division and Snr HSEQ Manager.
Key Skills & Experience
* Strong HSEQ Background: Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HSEQ management role with a strong quality bias; particularly within the relevant industry (e.g., engineering, special projects, heavy plant & equipment) and a professional understanding of ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001) and management system requirements.
* Process Development and Mapping Experience: Ability to develop and map business processes, identifying improvements and communicating them to the team.
* Project Management Experience: Familiarity with project management methodologies and the ability to manage HSEQ aspects within a project framework.
* Leadership and Communication Skills: Ability to lead teams, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and deliver training.
* Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of relevant HSEQ standards, legislation, and best practices. Engineering / heavy plant and equipment background preferred.
* Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to identify hazards, assess risks, and develop solutions to mitigate them.
* Presenting & Report Writing: Strong presentation and report writing skills.
* Qualifications – Must Have: NEBOSH General Certificate or NVQ4/5 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Practice. ISO 9001 Lead Auditor and ISO 45001 Internal Auditor.
* Preferred: NEBOSH certificate with Construction, NEBOSH Diploma. ISO 45001 Lead Auditor. ISO 14001 Internal / Lead Auditor. Engineering qualifications (Technician, HNC, HND). CQI Certificate in Quality Management (or similar). Prince 2 (or similar).
* Professional Affiliations (Preferred): TechIOSH, GradIOSH, CertIOSH, CMIOSH, MIIRSM, ACQI, MCQI.
What we offer in this role
* Generous Company pension scheme
* Laptop and mobile phone
* To be part of a global company, working collaboratively across borders
* A safety focused employer
* Value-based culture
* Diverse company
* An equal-opportunity employer
The application process
Alimak Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. This will be a multistage interview process, which will be an initial Teams interview, followed by a face-to-face competency-based interview.
How to apply
To apply for the role, please send your CV and cover letter to: careers.uk@alimakgroup.com.
Please note: Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Alimak Group Company Values
Reaching new heights together - At Alimak Group we aim high. Our company vision and values serve as a strong foundation for our strategic plan; they drive our attitude towards the way we work and provide clarity and guidance around what we stand for as a company. Our values help us to ensure we all work towards the same goals and together with our vision they shape our culture and create a positive environment where we can achieve success.
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