SHEQ Assistant - Limavady

SHEQ Assistant

About the Role:

Our client is a renowned engineering company - we are looking to recruit an experienced 'hands-on' Safety, Health, Environment & Quality Assistant from a construction or engineering background for this role

The SHEQ Assistant will be supporting the SHEQ Manager for the Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality of a variety of sites, as well as actively promoting a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the organisation. This role will involve occasional travel within the UK and the willingness to work flexibly out with your standard hours as and when required.

What's in it for you:

• Highly competitive salary
• Life assurance
• Company Events
• Opportunities for professional development

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the SHEQ Manager and all managers in achieving compliance and implementation of all aspects of the company SHEQ Management System.
• Ensure the organisation complies with all relevant legislation, codes of practice, and standards.
• Assist with procedures for reporting, recording, investigating and analysing accidents & incidents.
• Champion Health & Safety systems, activities and projects and be visible on site promoting a safe working environment.
• Maintain supplier and contractor approved list.
• Conduct SHEQ Audits and Inspections at Company premises and Project sites to ensure legal compliance and identify potential Health Safety and Environmental Hazards and risks.
• Assist in the communication of standards and procedures and support the review, update and implementation of internal procedures / policies.
• Assist with basic Induction training - manual handling, workstation assessments.
• Liaise with department managers to plan and coordinate delivery of training by external providers.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements.
• Co-ordinate and conduct emergency drills and training sessions, guiding and supporting first aiders and fire marshals with their duties.
• Daily administration of supporting documentation for SHEQ Management system.
• Compilation and issue of toolbox talks, safety alerts, company rules and site safety packs.
• Any other activity that is commensurate with the scope and level of the role.

Qualifications:

• IOSH Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Health Principles & Practices / NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety qualification
• GCSE Maths & English Grade C and above
• At least 2 years' experience of working in Health and Safety in the workplace
• Excellent organisational skills and organisational skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and productivity.
• Commitment to the health, safety and well-being of co-workers and the environment
• Action orientated - proactive, pragmatic, collaborative and provide a hands-on approach
• Prioritisation, organisation and effective time management skills
• Methodical, analytical and has good problem solving skills
• The ability to foster strong working relationships with all stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible, enthusiastic and have a positive approach
• Able to deliver effective presentations and training courses
• Ability to interpret and apply safety legislation and policies

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience working with SHEQ management systems, auditing and risk assessments
• Knowledge and experience in the engineering or construction industry