Role Purpose:
The HSQE Manager will be responsible for monitoring workplace activities to ensure that employees comply with company policies and safety regulations. The HSQE Manager will typically have responsibility pertaining to policy development, audits (internal and external), safety inspections, equipment testing, safety training and compliance with Health & Safety Administration and Tender Specific Regulations.
Responsibilities and Focus:
- Lead the Health & Safety function and Safe Working Practices across the Company
- Line manage employees within the HSQE team
- Devise and review company policies and procedures in accordance with the company Information Management System
- Regularly review and update Company Risk Assessments, Safe Operating Procedures and Safety Statement
- Chair and/or attend internal and external HSQE meetings
- Responsible for communicating HSQE information across the company
- Investigate, record and report accidents, incidents and near-misses promptly, ensuring any corrective actions and management outcomes are implemented without delay
- Manage and co-ordinate Safety Audits and related systems to ensure compliance to HSQE policies and procedures
- Manage and co-ordinate HSQE induction and training requirements for all employees and sub-contractors, and maintain documentary evidence
- Identify new and on-going HSQE training requirements, ensuring all mandatory training is reviewed and delivered on time
- Manage and maintain HSQE related IT systems and reports
- Update and prepare paperwork for all Safety Audits and Accreditation, including ISO
- Review sub-contractors' Safety Policies and Safety Compliance
- Prepare Health & Safety tender submissions
General:
- Undertake work as per instructions of the Directors and as per training and quality, environmental, safety and health standards.
- To promote effective team operations, dealing with colleagues, clients on site and customers in a courteous and professional manner.
- Report any accidents/incidents in accordance with company procedures
- On Rail, where required, communication to of concerns to Confidential Information Reporting and Advisory Scheme (CIRAS) when working on Rail Infrastructure.
- On rail, comply with Sentinel Scheme Rules.
- The duties and responsibilities in this role profile are not restrictive and the post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that may be required from time to time.
- The post holder must carry out his / her duties with full regard to the Company Equal Opportunities policy.
- The post holder must carry out his / her duties with full regard to the Company Employee Handbook and Health and Safety Handbook.
Essential Criteria / Minimum Experience and Training
At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within the Environmental / Construction / Utilities sector. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and regulations.