SHEQ Advisor

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SHEQ Specialist to join our team. You will ensure that products and services delivered by O'Neills meet and exceed legal and customer requirements and that systems and procedures are in place and consistently applied across the organisation to achieve this. The SHEQ Advisor will maintain and develop ISO 9001 & ISO14001 systems and will also work with external agencies to maintain Health & Safety, Fire Safety and other areas of compliance.

Responsibilities:

· Ongoing development and proactive approach to the O'Neills SHEQ structure, ensuring process and policy documentation is concise, meets legislative requirements and is kept up to date, while positively representing the SHEQ Department

· Ensure that processes needed for the Quality and Environmental Management System (QMS) are implemented and maintained as per accreditation i.e. ISO9001 & ISO14001

· Monitor and report on quality, environmental performance, health & safety and fire safety compliance through audits, risk assessments and regular training.

· Ensure full capture of all internal/ external complaints, internal non-compliance and quality non-conformances and ensure effective follow up that is both corrective and preventive

· Analyse and gather quality data to evaluate and report where improvement efforts require focus.

· Develop the use of business improvement tools and techniques within the company (including 5S and Performance Improvement and Lean approaches etc.)

· Develop, implement and audit compliance systems in areas such as Health & Safety, COSHH, Environmental aspects and Fire Safety etc.

· Liaise with certification bodies on the maintenance of external certifications and legal compliance

· Introduce and manage software applications with the aim of replacing paper systems as far as possible

· Control the day-to-day operations including auditing, meetings, training and updating documents and records for all aspects of the Integrated Management System.

· Work collaboratively with management and staff to ensure continued SHEQ integration into core operations

· Monitor and ensure that all Quality, Health & Safety, Fire Safety and Environmental legislation is compliant and ensure a safe working environment for all employees within a busy manufacturing environment.

· Oversee and update company Integrated Management System

· Liaise with contractors on site and ensure necessary induction and RAMS (risk assessment method statements) and CPP (construction phase plan) are obtained before works commence.

· Provide direction in relation to accident management and reoccurrence prevention, along with the development of a robust investigation report and RIDDOR reporting.

· Maintain and complete all assessments including COSHH, DSE, Fire, PPE, Manual Handling, Expectant Mothers, Health Surveillance, Rehabilitation to Work etc.

· Investigate any issues across all aspects of SHEQ and responding appropriately to external and internal stakeholders

· Identify and complete employee development and training needs relating to SHEQ.

Experience:

· Familiar with international quality and environmental management standards (ISO9001 and 14001)

· Conversant with modern manufacturing methods

· Familiar with regulatory requirements for Health & Safety, Environmental and Fire Safety

· Previous experience coordinating H&S, quality management/environmental system

· Practical experience carrying out and following up on internal audits

· Previous experience dealing with external assessment bodies (2nd and 3rd party)

Skills:

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including presentation and influencing skills

· Proven excellent analytical, problem solving, innovative and decision-making skills

· Evidence of strong organisational, time keeping and planning abilities

· Demonstrated ability to achieve results through others

· Fluent in English

· Computer literate

· Competence in developing the SHEQ systems and encouraging a culture of excellence and compliance

· Capable of working flexible hours as required to meet business needs

· Ability to travel

· Current driving licence

Desirable:

· Third level qualification (preferably in a technical discipline)

· Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Member of an appropriate chartered institute.

We offer competitive compensation packages including benefits such as opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about promoting workplace safety, environmental management and have the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• Store discount

Work Location: In person