Environmental and health safety lead

Hello, My client is a leading supplier of food processing equipment and systems for various sectors. They are currently in need of a Environmental, Health Safety Lead to join their team in Peterborough. ROLE: To be familiar with all applicable Environmental, Health Safety (E,H S) legislation and to plan, implement, monitor and optimise management systems to ensure the company complies with its statutory obligations. DUTIES: * To create, review and manage E,H S policies, procedures, risk assessments and monitoring systems and manage associated actions * To audit compliance with company E,H S policies, SSoWs, legislation and guidance and report areas of non-compliance * To monitor health and safety risks and hazards in the workplace and inform Supervision immediately of any situations that require immediate rectification or stopping of operation * To liaise with external stakeholders (e.g. customers, insurers, HSE, EA, LA) on E,H S matters * To carry out workplace monitoring (e.g. noise, dust, vibration) as necessary and maintain records * To investigate all serious accidents, collect performance data and report quarterly to the various H S committee meetings * To keep up to date with changes in legislation and guidance and implement changes where relevant (e.g. to policies or procedures) * To provide advice on the environment, health and safety to employees at all levels of the business * To work with and train employees to manage, monitor and improve the enfironmental, health and safety standards in the workplace * To advise employees on how to minimise or ultimately avoid risks and hazards in the workplace * To actively promote health and safety and safe working practices * To manage fire safety including the review and maintenance of fire risk assessment(s) * To manage emergency procedures (such as fire alarm drills), organise and lead emergency teams such as fire wardens and first aiders * Any other ad hoc E,H S duties as required * Report all EHS KPI rsquo;s monthly to UK management wider global EH S management * To actively engage and participate in EH S global meetings via Teams * To be aware of and follow all company Health Safety policies and procedures including feeding back any H S information to management * Be aware of and demonstrate the company values and behaviours SKILLS: Previous experience in a similar role/environment is essential Understanding of ISO 14001 Understanding of the application of the Health Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and other legislation relevant to the company rsquo;s business Ability to effectively influence those at a senior level Professional approach to dealing with issues and employees Appreciation of confidentiality and discretion Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail and a methodical approach Focused on delivering outstanding customer service to internal customers and contractors IT literate with a comprehensive understanding of Windows based programmes including Word, Excel and Outlook is essential Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a range of people, both verbally and in writing Strong teamwork skills are essential Ability to act decisively in an emergency Qualification in Occupational Health Safety, such as NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent, is essential. BENEFITS: 183 Hours basic entitlement with 16 additional hours if no overtime ndash; Company gives 3 days between Christmas and New Year, and the normal 8 public holidays. Sick Pay Private Health Care Scheme Life Assurance Pension Scheme WORKING HOURS: MON-THU 8.30-16.45 FRI 8.30-15.00 TRAVEL: Approximately 10-15% travel activity mainly based in the UK. LOCATION: PETERBOROUGH SALARY: GBP55,000 PER ANNUM PLEASE RESPOND TO ME WITH YOUR MOST UP TO DATE CV TO BE CONSIDERED Kind Regards, Maria Roque - Recruitment Consultant