- Assist in developing, implementing, and updating health and safety policies, ensuring company compliance with BSI 45001.
- Maintain knowledge of industry regulations, promoting safety awareness through training and regular communication.
- Conduct workplace risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement control measures.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
- Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment and assess workplace safety equipment.
- Perform regular safety inspections of equipment, machinery, and work environments.
- Coordinate internal audits to assess compliance and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Organise and deliver safety training programmes, including inductions, hazard-specific training, and emergency response drills.
- Maintain up-to-date training records and develop training materials.
- Manage records of workplace accidents, incidents, and injuries, investigating accidents and developing strategies for prevention.
- Prepare and submit reports for management and regulatory authorities.
- Develop and update emergency response plans, coordinating with local emergency services.
- Lead emergency response drills such as fire drills and evacuation procedures.
- Ensure compliance with occupational safety and environmental regulations.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors during inspections.
- Monitor health and safety metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Implement initiatives to enhance workplace safety and participate in safety committees or task forces.
- Work closely with management, supervisors, and employees to cultivate a strong safety culture.
- Provide regular safety performance updates to senior management and act as the primary point of contact for health and safety inquiries.
- Health and safety expertise, ideally with a NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, risk assessments, and safety audits.
- Experience in conducting safety training and emergency response planning.
- Excellent communication skills to engage employees at all levels.
- Ability to analyse safety data and drive continuous improvement initiatives.