Company description:
Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
Job description:
Safety Advisor - Operational
Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:
* We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £45,867 - £57,334
* A company car through company car lease scheme
* Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
* Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution)
* Development opportunities in line with the Safety Advisor progression plan
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day!
* Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
* A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
* Retail savings scheme
* Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
Location: Flexible / Hybrid Working (2 days in office a week)
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Note: This role requires flexibility as you will participate in a H&S standby rota to provide out of hours support and assistance. This equates to approximately 4 weeks per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Operational Safety Advisor to join the Health & Safety team at Yorkshire Water. Could this be you?
What we do:
Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we ensure that over 5.4 million people living in the region can rely on our services, providing clean and safe drinking water and managing wastewater. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to maintain Yorkshire's water 24/7, 365 days a year.
New environmental legislation and changing expectations from customers mean that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Health & Safety are key to meeting the expectations of customers and regulators.
Yorkshire Water is searching for an Operational Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with legal requirements in relation to health and safety. You will be responsible for implementing H&S policies, standards, and guidance at an operational level across the business.
Where you fit in:
As our Operational Safety Advisor, you will:
* Provide Subject Matter Expert advice in H&S law, and YW H&S Standards and Guidelines to ensure compliance.
* Support delivery of the annual HSE department plan & 10-year Strategy.
* Be accountable for H&S advice and provide support and clarity in a timely manner.
* Be the focal point for all relevant H&S meetings and best practices.
* Engage in the development and review of Safe Working Procedures, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Control of Work documentation.
* Provide oversight of ongoing activities to ensure cumulative hazards and risks are identified and evaluated.
* Support operational management during the investigation of incidents and accidents, leading RCA where necessary.
* Develop corrective and advisory safety communications (e.g., Safety Bulletins, Lessons Learned, Tool Box Talks).
* Engage in coaching, mentoring, and H&S initiative communication to Business Units.
What skills & qualifications you will need:
* Demonstrable experience as an Operational Safety Advisor in the water sector.
* NEBOSH Certificate Level Qualification as a minimum.
* Member of IOSH or similar.
* Presentation skills.
* Full UK Driving Licence with the ability to travel throughout Yorkshire Region and other locations.
* Ability to coach, develop, and influence others.
* IT Literate; Excel/PowerPoint etc.
* Ability to demonstrate an authoritative approach when required.
* Experience working with Trade Unions as part of a continual improvement process.
You will also benefit from having:
* Working towards CMIOSH or similar.
* Experience of clean & wastewater treatment & distribution processes.
* Experience supporting a transient workforce in terms of H&S.
* Experience with the interaction between Electrical/Mechanical management systems and H&S systems.
We support flexible working patterns and job share options to help you balance work and home life.
Do we sound like your cup of tea?
If you have experience as an Operational Safety Advisor and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today!
Closing date: 5th January 2025
If successful, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including a Basic Disclosure Check, and possibly security vetting depending on the role.
All roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Kelda Group reserves the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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