Health and Safety Lead

Location: Ipswich

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We now have an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety Lead to work as part of our QHSE Team, based out of our Head Office in Ipswich. Travelling to various sites is essential for this role so a full UK driving licence will be needed. The main purpose of this role is to support the QHSE & Business Improvement Director with the day to day health & safety advice and support across the company.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting the QHSE & Business Improvement Director with both strategic and operational health & safety initiatives
Leading operational health & safety support and being the key point of contact for operational health & safety matters
Managing a team of health & safety advisors
Promoting compliance with our QHSE policies and company procedures
Leading on incident investigation and recommend actions to prevent recurrence
Promoting a positive QHSE culture across the sites, seeking best practice at every opportunity
Leading and supporting the development of company health & safety related procedures
Working in partnership with our operations team
Building excellent working relationships with our clients and partners
Driving positive QHSE behaviours

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process.

Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance on 01473 238300.

Skills Required

The ideal Health & Safety Lead must hold a NEBOSH qualification, and be a member of IOSH or IIRSM
Must have in-depth knowledge and experience of health & safety and an ability to engage, influence and persuade at all levels.
A pragmatic approach to health & safety combined with excellent communication skills are essential for this role as you will be required to communicate with all operations at all levels across the business.
Although the role is predominantly health & safety based, knowledge and experience of both Quality and Environmental systems and standards would be an advantage along with construction or civil engineering experience.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits Package

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
Company car or car allowance
Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
Extensive training programmes
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Benefits Platform & Employee Assistance Programme
Company social calendar including regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career
The Great Escape - leaving work early every Friday!

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Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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  • 01473 238300
  • enquiries@jackson-civils.co.uk
  • 30 White House Road, Ipswich IP1 5LT