Environmental, Health & Safety Officer
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our brands, suppliers, employees, customers, partners, and communities are building better together – a future focused on empowering our customers while we power and protect the world.
Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, we manufacture electrical conduit, cable management systems, armoured cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions.
Who we are looking for:
As the Environmental Health & Safety Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe & healthy work environment, minimizing risks, and adhering to health and safety regulations.
What you will do:
* Develop and implement policies and procedures.
* Training and communication.
* Monitoring and reporting to both internal portals and external bodies.
* Environmental protection by managing waste disposal, emissions, and effluent discharge, ensuring compliance with all pertinent environmental regulations.
* Emergency response coordination.
* Legal compliance and keeping updated with legislation.
* Employee well-being.
* Continuous improvement benchmarking against industry best practices and integrating innovative methods and technologies to progress organizational safety and environmental performance.
* Collaborate with operational teams to ensure EHS standards are met and to support the promotion of EHS improvements.
* Set EHS compliance objectives and ensure operational targets are achieved.
* Develop integrated QMS and EHS Management Systems; ensure implementation; complete internal audits, and implement non-conformances/action plans as per the agreed schedule.
* Establish and maintain controls and documentation procedures.
* Assist with customers’ audits and support the execution of corrective actions and compliance with customers’ specifications.
* Ensure external 3rd party accreditation to relevant standards (i.e., 9001, 14001, 18001/45001, ISO50001, etc.) is completed satisfactorily.
* Collect and analyze performance data and KPIs against defined parameters, ensuring alignment with business SDPs and TTIs.
* Conduct EHS incident investigations and record incidents in a timely manner.
* Ensure all operations have suitable and sufficient risk assessments, SWPs, and SOPs, and that they are regularly reviewed.
* Conduct routine site tours to ensure compliance with safety, fire, security, and environmental standards.
* Inspect premises and personnel work to identify issues or non-conformities (e.g., not using protective equipment).
* Audit production, monitoring for unsafe behaviors or regulatory breaches.
* Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management.
* Maintain records of incidents and accidents and produce statistics for managers.
* In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g., HSE) and procedures.
* Create safety plans that include suggested improvements to existing protocols.
* Liaise with law enforcement and other investigators present at serious accidents.
What you bring:
* GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.
* Recognized EHS Industry qualification.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving techniques (5-why, 8D, kaizen, etc.).
* In-depth knowledge of 14001 and 45001 standards.
* Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in an EHS field, preferably in a similar environment.
* Experience in day-to-day EHS management in a medium to large organization.
* Understanding of business strategies and corporate requirements.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent people skills.
* Proficient in Word and Excel.
* Ability to demonstrate influencing skills.
* Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach.
* Demonstrable ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines.
* Ability to work on own initiative and make decisions and solve problems based on established precedents.
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave.
* Festive shutdown at Christmas.
* Companywide bonus scheme.
* Service and recognition awards.
* Training and development opportunities.
* Company pension.
* Life assurance 4x salary.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Enhanced family-friendly policies.
* Free annual flu vaccination vouchers.
* Employee assistance program including a 24/7 virtual GP.
* Cash health plan.
* Free home cyber security training.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Free onsite parking.
Atkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.
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