Location: Leamington Spa
Join a talented and ambitious global engineering consultancy specializing in the rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies, working directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace and defense OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centers in North America, the U.K. and India.
Personal Profile and Experience
The HSE and Facilities Manager will report to the Head of HR and will take responsibility for designing, developing and implementing robust management systems.
The role involves working across the business, taking a hands-on approach, regularly interacting with our people to promote a positive health and safety culture.
This is a stand-alone role, with line management responsibility for our 3 Facilities Team members.
What you will need
- NEBOSH qualification /or equivalent experience
- Extensive knowledge of relevant HSE and Sustainability legislation and policy
- Experience working with ISO 14001 & 9001 standards
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills
- A flexible approach to the role and work
- Ability to work autonomously, defining and managing own priorities
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Relevant engineering industry experience is desirable
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, excel, PowerPoint)
What we can offer
- An environment where you can be yourself and realise your full potential by having the support of the people you work with
- A people-oriented work culture, where we always follow through on our projects, no matter how big the challenge, and aim to build lasting relationships with our clients
- A competitive salary and benefits package which recognises your exceptional value to our business. These include:
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- Royal London Pension (salary sacrifice)
- Health Insurance*
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Flexible Start and Finish time
- EV Car Scheme
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Key Responsibilities
- Promoting a safety-first culture in the business and ensure compliance to our policies and procedures
- Design, develop and implement internal policy, ensuring awareness of all employees
- Conduct audits, report on the findings and recommendations to the Ops Board monthly
- Carrying out accident/near miss investigations and report via the Ops Board monthly
- Develop and deliver Toolbox Talks regarding high-risk activities
- Identify hazards and ensure risk assessments are completed and reviewed
- Reviewing and providing feedback to RAMS and risk assessments
- Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant health, safety & welfare at work legislation and communicate relevant changes to the business
- Design, develop and implement safe operational procedures
- Lead in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks
- Keep records of inspection findings and produce reports that suggest improvements
- Work with our external consultants to develop our sustainability priorities and deliver to our plans
- Produce newsletters and bulletins
- Ensure equipment is installed safely
- Support and organise the safe disposal of hazardous substances, e.g. chemicals
- Advise on a range of specialist areas, e.g. fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery and occupational diseases
- Line management of the facilities team, including time management, setting objectives and conducting annual appraisals
General Responsibilities
- Strive to continuously improve individual performance through the acquisition of new skills and knowledge
- Taking responsibility for your own continual development
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and contributing to the team ethic at work
- Acting as a role model for DSD’s values and professional standards
- Developing your personal reputation with your peers and within customers and suppliers as an ambassador of DSD
- Communicating actively and effectively internally and externally
- Exhibiting a passion for learning and facing new challenges
- Adapting to the needs of a growing and developing business
- Willing to undertake short and long haul-travel on behalf of the company
- Being fully aware of and actively complying with DSD’s policies and procedures
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills of the role holder. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
DSD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes all applications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability.