| Employment Type | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Location | London North, North London |
| Industry Sector | Building services |
| Start Date | 10/05/2008 |
| Salary/Rate | £35000 - £39000 per annum + Bens |
| Reference | 157087MGA |
| Date Advertised | 22-05-2008 - 00:01 |
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Our client is looking for an experienced H&S Specialist to continually improve and develop operations in the facilities maintenance sector.
Candidates must have the NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification.
The job holder will require to provide professional advice and help to company staff working at offices and sites in North London / northern M25 area so that environment, health and safety (EHS) remains an integral part of the company's business culture.
The successful individual will require excellent inter-personal, oral and written skills coupled with the ability to understand complex technical issues and to write detailed EHS standards in order to promote continuous improvement across the company.
The job holder will be the principal catalyst for ensuring the company safety management system is applied consistently within North London / northern M25 area and as part of this remit will be expected to establish, co-ordinate, promote, implement and maintain health and safety best practice and in particular will: -
Provide support for controlling risk, including the provision of ongoing information and advice.
Contribute to the proper drafting and effective communication of the company's EHS policies and associated documentation.
Evaluate, develop, promote and support the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive and effective EHS management system.
Promote and support the continuous development of a positive EHS culture, which recognises and acknowledges the pivotal role that EHS has on the overall success of the business.
Monitor and measure compliance with legal standards and establish effective follow up procedures to ensure any weaknesses are quickly and reliably addressed.
Identify EHS training and development needs, including the creation of a performance system which assesses the competencies of employees and others working for the organisation.
Create, maintain and enhance effective working relationships and establish an information exchange network, which assists problem solving and aids decision-making.
Contribute to, and keep pace with, advances in EHS and ensure that any advances are properly evaluated and, where appropriate, implemented as part of the change management process.
Experience
The jobholder must have at least 5 years EHS experience in a full-time role with a proven track record of success in developing and implementing effective safety management systems. Facilities Management, Building Services engineering or Construction sector experience useful.
Qualifications
Must have a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification supported by an appropriate technical qualification and hold membership of IOSH preferably at Chartered level. Grad IOSH or Tech IOSH considered.
Other Attributes
Must be computer literate with experience of Word, Excel, Email and other appropriate databases such as Access, Lotus Notes etc.
Ability to focus on key issues and, where appropriate, work under pressure within fixed timetables is also a pre-requisite of the job. Other necessary qualities include self-motivation, willingness to learn new skills and listen to ideas, ability to get on
Matchtech Group Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
