The Company:
Part of Hill and Smith Holdings Plc, based in Middlesbrough, Lionweld Kennedy are the recognised UK’s leading supplier of Safe, Sustainable Access solutions in Steel or GRP. We have a strong heritage of supporting multiple vertical sectors with products adaptable to the latest built environments and have a modern approach backed by 100 years of experience.
Why work for us:
We are in a strong position and have the investment and appetite for growth. As part of a FTSE 250 Plc with companies based worldwide. We are part of a strong and dynamic team delivering sustainable and innovative products and services.
The Person:
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong time management and prioritisation skills.
- Well organised and punctual.
- Excellent people/communication skills.
- A ‘can-do’ attitude and a keenness for professional self-development.
- A thirst to take on growing responsibilities and projects.
Position Description:
- Create, develop, implement and sustain the Lionweld Kennedy Health, Safety Plan and Environmental Plan and that of its subsidiary company Redman Fisher Ireland.
- Develop and maintain occupational health, safety and environmental systems and procedures based upon approved policy plans.
- Provide continuing advice, guidance and assistance to Line Management on matters pertaining to occupational health, safety and environmental obligations.
- Prepare specialised documentation and liaise with external organisations and authorities on all relative matters.
- Assist in accident investigation and ensure preventative measures are implemented.
- Manage the group incident, near miss and safety observation management system.
- Present OH&S statistics and report monthly to senior management and group.
- Implement action plans and improvement projects though line of sight and other formats to maintain the Company philosophy on OH&S and environmental matters.
- Statutory and Company Monitoring.
- Stay up to date with current and upcoming changes in appropriate health, safety and environmental legislation.
- Give advice on timescales and legal requirements of monitoring in line with current legislation regarding health and safety.
- Make the necessary changes to procedures in line with legislation amendments.
- Communicate statutory requirements to all personnel in an easy to understand and timely fashion.
- Monitor employee, visitor and contractor behaviour and record all accidents, near misses and safety observations (positive and negative) and record in appropriate system.
- Co-ordinate medical examinations, hearing tests, return to work programmes Training.
- Initiate and co-ordinate education and training programmes for works grades so that they may develop their own potential.
- Provide information and training to all employees in all aspects of OH&S.
- Carry out Health and Safety induction of all employees Installation Site Work.
- Provide guidance on methods of safe systems of work.
- Support in the creation of risk assessment and method statements (RAMS).
- Establish contact with client and agree site visit schedule.
- Promote OH&S awareness with sub-contractors and erection installation teams.
- Customer site visits as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with site specific rules : – Tool Box Talks – Inspections – Reporting Procedure.
Qualifications And Experience:
- NEBOSH diploma in safety or environmental certificate / qualification.
- A minimum of 7 years’ experience in a safety biased role in heavy industry or manufacturing.
- A minimum of 3 years in a management role.
Responsibilities to include:
Position: Full Time with an immediate start
Hours of work: Mon- Thursday 9.00am -17.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 2.00pm
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Holidays: Full time – 25 days per year (Holiday year Jan – Dec) + 8 Bank holidays, Pro rata for part time
Life Insurance: 3 times basic salary whilst in employment
Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment if meet criteria, 5% Employee, 3% Employer. After 1 year in April – Age related up to max 6.5%
Hill and Smith Share options scheme: When available and if applicable
Employee Assistance Programme: Free to employees (Lifeworks)
Employee Engagement Platform offering discounts – (Rewards Gateway)
Free on-site parking
Close Proximity to Town Centre, Bus & Train Stations
We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
All applicants will be asked to prove that they have the right to work in the UK.