Astute People are working exclusively with a leading Energy from Waste Operator to recruit an Health and Safety Manager for their new build plant in Walsall. This facility has capacity to process 436,000 tonnes of waste per year, generating nearly 50MW of power for the surrounding area.
As a Health & Safety Manager you will be responsible for all H&S activities on site ranging from inspections, audits, training, coordination, and reviewing / management of EHS documents. This role sits within part of a wider HSE team, and you may be expected to support elsewhere within the business.
Responsibilities and duties:
- Managing the sites Health & Safety communications.
- Developing and managing the risk assessment / accident reporting system.
- Liaising with external bodies.
- Advising on environmental issues.
- Monitoring the performance of the plants health & safety program and identify opportunities to increase effectiveness.
- Carry out on site audits and investigations.
- Developing a strong H&S culture.
- Manage and update the sites H&S systems.
- Coordinate emergency response training.
- Providing H&S training for O&M staff.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
- Ideally degree qualified in a technical / environmental background
- A NEBOSH certificate qualification is required as a minimum for this position.
Personal skills
The Health and Safety Manager role would suit someone with:
- Strong background in Health and Safety gained in a heavy process or engineering environment. This can include Power Generation, Refineries, Manufacturing, FMCG, Food, Petrochemical etc
- At least five years experience in a Health & Safety Management position
- An understanding of permits / compliance would be advantageous
Salary and benefits of the Health and Safety Manager role
- Competitive basic salary
- Bonus opportunity
- Pension
- Healthcare including Bupa & Cash Plan
- Training & Development
- Opportunity to join a brand new Power Station
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We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.
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Health & Safety Manager in Bloxwich employer: Astute People
Join a leading consultancy in Cambridge that values innovation and excellence, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise in project leadership will thrive. With competitive benefits including a strong bonus scheme, private healthcare, and a hybrid work model, you'll find ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. This is not just a job; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
