Environmental Health Safety Specialist

2 days ago

Kingston Upon Hull UK, East Riding, United Kingdom Kingspan Data & Flooring Full time

Who are we?

At Kingspan Data & Flooring we are passionate about everything we do. As a member of Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Data & Flooring is recognised worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data centre infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 120 years. With revenues of over $420m and growing, Kingspan Data & Flooring play a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.


Our business continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Kingspan’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.


We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.


What will you be doing?

The EHS Specialist will act as a true ambassador for all things environment, health and safety at KDF UK. You will provide advice and proactively implement initiatives across site, in line with legislation and Group-led programmes such as Net Zero and Planet Passionate, encouraging commitment through actions and targets.


Key objectives in your role as EHS Specialist include:

  • Carrying out risk assessments and COSHH assessments on new products and processes, considering how risks can be reduced.
  • Reviewing existing risk assessments and COSHH assessments within the agreed review dates and update against current legislation or improved practices.
  • ‘Owning’ the site safety policies and procedures and advising on improvements and necessary legal updates.
  • Fully investigating all accidents and incidents, reporting RIDDOR injuries to the HSE, and advising on improvements to reduce similar incidents.
  • Assisting in all accident investigations and reviewing risk assessments as necessary.
  • Understanding annual Net Zero targets and putting appropriate action plans in place.
  • Ensuring the effective communication of Kingspan’s global sustainability programme, Planet Passionate.
  • Ensuring that we develop and are fully compliant with OHSAS18001, ISO14001 and ISO 50001 requirements.
  • Being fully involved with all HSE aspects related to Customer and Supplier audits.
  • Advising on all other aspects of H&S including (but not limited to) fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery and occupational health.
  • Daily monitoring of boiler emissions and meter readings, ensuring results are recorded on internal log.
  • Managing the relationship with external bodies in relation to environmental issues.
  • Managing the permit to work system, ensuring safety of contractors working on site in accordance with method statements and risk assessments.
  • Leading Health and Safety discussion meetings throughout the business on a regular basis, ensuring issues are escalated to the Head of Operations in a timely manner.
  • Liaising with suppliers and customers when necessary, to ensure all products and services are delivered in-line with the appropriate safety systems.
  • Working closely with Manufacturing and Engineering teams, to understand and support their requirements in relation to HSE matters.
  • Working within the Manufacturing team to support and positively influence all manufacturing KPI’s.
  • Taking reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions, being aware of emergency procedures including the evacuation and fire precaution procedures.
  • Working with other Group HSE professionals in driving safety and environmental improvements and initiatives (may include travelling to other Group Sites).
  • Working with regulatory bodies in ensuring ongoing legal compliance (e.g. HSE, Environmental Agency, Local Council).
  • Arranging external expertise, where required, to maintain legal compliance.
  • Assessing ongoing training requirements and arrange training where required.
  • Providing In-House training and toolbox talks as required.
  • Arranging Health Surveillance as required.
  • Any other reasonable duties, as and when required.


Compliance:

  • Adhere to the Company’s compliance obligations, policies, processes, and procedures.
  • Report compliance concerns, issues, and failures.
  • Participate in training as required.


What do you need?

You should:

  • Be minimum NEBOSH General Certificate qualified. NEBOSH Environmental is desired but not essential.
  • Have previous experience of working in a manufacturing environment, roles with an engineering bias are advantageous.
  • Be able to communicate and influence effectively at all levels and drive all aspects of Health, Safety and Environmental matters forward.
  • Have a persistent manner and be able to succeed in a challenging environment.
  • Hold knowledge of key Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and its application in practical terms.
  • Have experience in conducting a variety of risk assessments (generic and specific), site inspections, report writing and contractor management.
  • Possess a professional approach generating credibility and confidence in others and at the same time develop and driving a culture of safety mindedness whilst having the ability to work on your own initiative and adapt in a changing environment.


What can we offer?

  • We are proud to offer competitive salaries, bonus opportunities and generous pension contributions.
  • We know a work/life balance is important, which is why we offer 25 days’ holiday entitlement.
  • Corporate volunteering with paid time off to give back to our local community.
  • Unrivalled training and development opportunities. We prioritise developing both you and your career at Kingspan.
  • Getting to know your colleagues on a personal level is easy at KDF UK with social events scheduled throughout the year.
  • We are People Passionate and offer our employees unrestricted access to an Employee Assistance Programme and have dedicated MHFA representatives across the business.
  • We are part of the global Kingspan Group, which means direct access to careers opportunities worldwide

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