Our client is a successful Yorkshire based fresh produce production facility, delivering high quality products. With a site based in Thorne they are seeking an experienced Health Safety and Environment Advisor to join the fast paced and professional team.

THE ROLE:
The responsibilities of this role will consist of:

Auditing production, keeping on the lookout for any unsafe behaviour or breaks in regulations.
Assessing risk and possible safety hazards of all aspects of operations
Creating analytical reports of safety and environment data
Inspecting production equipment and processes to make sure they are safe.
Ordering repairs for unsafe and/or damaged equipment
Focusing on prevention by keeping up with equipment maintenance and employee training
Presenting safety principles to staff in meetings or lecture-type training sessions
Participating in continuing education to update knowledge of health and safety / environment protocols and techniques.
Determining whether the finished equipment / product / installations is safe.
Creating safety plans that include suggested improvements to existing infrastructure and business processes.
Sharing information, suggestions, and observations with the Chief Engineer and Engineering Leadership Team (Engineering System / maintenance Manager and supervisors) to create consistency in safety / environmental standards throughout the entire company.
Meeting company health and safety and Environment goals
Investigating causes of accidents / incidents and other unsafe conditions on the job site
Liaising with law enforcement and other investigators who are present at the time of a serious accidents / incidents.
Finding the best way to prevent future accidents / incidents.
Reviewing and reporting on the staff’s compliance with health and safety rules and recommending commendations or dismissal based on performance.
Safety Officer / Environment Skills and Qualifications:
Health, Safety, Regulations, Training, Education, Risk Assessment, Analysis, Auditing, Inspection, Communication, Corporate Responsibility.
Advise and lead employees on various safety-related topics.
Prepare educational seminars and webinars on a regular basis.
Review existing policies and procedures.
Adhere to all the rules and regulations.
Conduct risk assessment.
Enforce preventative measures.
Check if all the employees are acting in adherence with rules and regulations.
Prepare and present reports on accidents / incidents and violations and determine causes.
Oversee workplace repair, installations and any other work that could harm employees’ safety.
Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm with some flexibility required for business needs.

THE CANDIDATE:
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Safety and Environment Officer or similar role
Excellent knowledge of legislations and procedures
Excellent knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
Minimum of 2 years of experience in producing reports
Experience with writing policies and procedures for health and safety.
Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
Proficient in MS Office
Working knowledge of safety management information system
Outstanding organisational skills
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
Team player
Good time-management skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills
BSc/BA in safety management or similar field
Certificate in occupational health and safety
Organised and able to prioritise
Passionate about the environment and learning about environmental regulation/ enforcement

THE BENEFITS:
20 days holiday plus BH increasing with service
Pension
Death in service

THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.