Health, Safety and Environmental Officer
Department: Health & Safety
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Bradford on Avon, United Kingdom
Reporting To: Group Health, Safety and Environmental Manager
Description
About AB Dynamics AB Dynamics is one of the world’s leading specialists in automotive test systems, supplying a range of advanced solutions including driving robots, ADAS soft crash targets and driving simulators to all major vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers globally. The company's unique technology is used for many applications including the development of autonomous vehicles.
Roles Overview The company Group Health, Safety and Environmental team is responsible for managing the Health, Safety and Environmental functions and for delivering the continuous improvement of HSE performance throughout the company and our wider global partners.
The primary function of this exciting hands‑on role is to assist the Group Health, Safety and Environment Manager in meeting all HSE Objectives and targets and ensuring the QHSE Management Systems, Policies and Procedures are complied with by all employees, contractors and visitors within their facilities.
Core Responsibilities
- Conduct internal audits as per the QHSE Management Systems audit program and ensure corrective actions are closed out in a timely manner.
- Assist with the promotion and development of Health and Safety culture on sites to increase employee awareness and encourage safety.
- Conduct HSE training sessions/ Toolbox Talks when required.
- Assist with the development and review of workplace Risk and COSHH Assessments.
- Recording of all workplace incidents and injuries, including near miss reporting and assisting with any subsequent investigations.
- Analyse and monitor HSE data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
- Communicating HSE related information, including safety alerts to staff when required.
- Assisting with quarterly HSE Committee Meetings.
- Reviewing and updating management system documentation and updating registers as required.
- Assisting with preparations for external audits.
- Assisting with the collection and monitoring of energy or carbon producing data from the group for inclusion into the annual report and the group net zero program.
What are we looking for?
Essential
- NEBOSH General Certificate.
- Knowledge of current health and safety legislation and guidance and its practical application.
- Competent in the use of general IT software – word, excel, PowerPoint & e-mail.
- Knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues.
- Knowledge of QHSE Management Systems
- Valid Driving License holder
Desirable
- Internal Auditor for ISO 14001, 45001 & 9001
- Holding Tech IOSH status or higher and committed to personal and professional development.
- A technical background – ideally in manufacturing
- Environmental qualification such as IEMA Foundation Certificate.
Person Specification
- Able to manage and prioritise multiple demands.
- Ability to take decisions and influence at all levels.
- Confident and effective communicator with good organisational ability
- Able to work with colleagues at all levels.
- Flexible approach
- Good personal presence
- Willingness to travel occasionally.
Why join us?
We are part of the AB Dynamics Group, an innovative, dynamic listed business with a friendly and supportive working environment. In addition to competitive salaries, our attractive benefits package includes:
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, which increases every 2 complete years up to a max of 32 days
- Up to 10% matched pension contributions, with option to salary exchange
- Private Medical Insurance – Family cover (Company funded benefit in kind)
- Life Assurance 6x salary
- Option to join Critical Illness Insurance, Dental Insurance and Health screening
- Income protection (Company funded)
- Enhanced parental leave
- EAP including mental, physical and financial wellbeing support
- Enhanced sick pay after 1 years’ service
- Volunteering days – up to 2 per year
At AB Dynamics Group we set ourselves ambitious objectives and strive to work according to our values of customers, people, diversity, innovation, excellence and responsibility. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
We use AI to help us assess applications fairly and objectively.
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Health, Safety and Environmental Officer in Bradford-on-Avon employer: AB Dynamics
AB Dynamics is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, perfect for those passionate about automotive technology. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have ample opportunities to grow your skills in mechanical design while working on cutting-edge robotic systems in a dynamic environment. Located in a vibrant area, the company offers a supportive atmosphere that values creativity and teamwork, making it an ideal place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
