At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead EHS initiatives, promote safety, and manage compliance in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to environmental health and safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy free parking, increased leave, private medical insurance, and life assurance.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in workplace safety and environmental management.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH General Certificate required; experience in relevant fields preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
IES is looking for a proactive, self-motivated, experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Advisor to join the Head Office team on a full-time, permanent basis. The primary purpose of this lead role is to take a hands-on approach to environmental, health & safety control, arrangements & documentation.
Key Tasks
- Leading by example & championing EHS on a day-to-day basis
- Promoting a safe & healthy work environment
- Serving as the point of contact for all EHS matters & advising those with delegated EHS responsibilities
- Taking a pragmatic approach to EHS challenges solutions
- Preparing, reviewing & updating internal & external EHS policies & documentation in consultation with relevant personnel (e.g. safe operating procedures, risk assessments, work permits)
- Confidentially coordinating the health surveillance programme, analysing reports
- Leading incident investigations in conjunction with responsible persons
- Producing and owning content for a regular IES EHS Bulletin
- Overseeing vehicle & driver fleet management, ensuring full compliance
- Administering existing safety accreditation, progressing to ISO 14001 & 45001
- Managing internal & external training, liaising with Line Managers, leading monthly Training Meetings, monitoring quality
- Overseeing DSE, PPE & first aid management, consulting on specific concerns, carrying out assessments
- Developing and coordinating environmental management systems & arrangements
- Serving as Chief Fire Marshal, maintaining the fire risk assessment, overseeing fire safety checks, co-ordinating activities of the Fire Marshal Team & leading periodic Fire Marshal Meetings
- Undertaking regular premises inspections, supporting department leads with remedial actions
- Ensuring the Company meets its statutory requirements as regards environment, health, safety & welfare
- Ensuring all periodic safety inspections, maintenance & testing is undertaken at appropriate intervals by internal & external providers
- Leading periodic EHS Committee Meetings, ensuring timely completion of agreed actions
- Keeping up to date with industry and legislative changes and advising Senior Management of how IES needs to comply with new or updated legislation, implementing agreed changes and ensuring compliance
- Maintaining the central accident book, recording and reporting all incidents, monitoring, investigating and ensuring that appropriate remedial action is taken in all cases
- May be required to complete other business activities on behalf of the Company from time to time in line with skills, competencies and experience
Requirements
- NEBOSH General Certificate essential; NEBOSH National Diploma preferred (or equivalents)
- Experience in a manufacturing, semiconductor, engineering or warehousing environment preferred
- Exceptional organisational skills with very high attention to detail & strict confidentiality
- Ability to multi-task, anticipate and respond effectively to changing priorities
- Flexible, conscientious attitude to work
- High standard of written & verbal communication, with a confident & professional phone manner
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Comfortable working autonomously
- IT literate, with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook
Special Working Conditions
Additional hours, including occasional weekend support, may be necessary from time to time when required to suit business needs.
Renumeration & Benefits
Salary/Rate: Negotiable and dependent on experience. Basic Hours: Monday to Friday, 0900-1700hrs
Benefits
- Free on-site parking at Head Office
- Increased annual leave by service length
- Private Medical Insurance by service length
- Life assurance scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please use the form above or submit your up to date CV to careers@ies.co.uk quoting reference 04EHS0626.
Environmental, Health & Safety Advisor in Bristol employer: Import Export Services Ltd.
As an Operations Coordinator at our Head Office, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises employee growth and well-being. With benefits such as increased annual leave based on service length, private medical insurance, and access to a free on-site gym, we foster a culture of health and development. Join us for regular company events and structured career development opportunities, making this an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Import Export Services Ltd. Recruitment Team
