Safety Development Officer
Location: Midland Metro Ltd, Wednesbury Depot, Potters Lane, WS10 0AR
Salary: GBP42,000 per annum, possible increase following union negotiation(s)
Contract: 18 months FTC, Full time
Benefits: MML Pension, Annual Leave Pension & Free travel on Tram & WM Bus for you and your partner
West Midlands Metro is your gateway to an exciting career in the heart of England's thriving West Midlands region.
We are the driving force behind modern, sustainable urban transportation, connecting cities, towns, and most importantly people!
With a strong presence in the heart of England, we play a crucial role in connecting communities, enhancing mobility, and contributing to the economic development of the region.
We are now recruiting for a Safety Development Officer to provide system support for Midland Metro Limited (MML) QHSE Manager to ensure continued compliance against ISO and ROGS standards requirements is maintained.
You will ensure that the business is meeting statutory and contractual obligations to meet objectives for the management of safety, quality, and the environment in all its associated activities.
Please note: this is not an entry-level or trainee role. Applicants must have demonstrable experience in a safety role, with a strong understanding of CDM (Construction, Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
You will be expected to operate independently, lead audits, write technical safety reports, liaise with contractors, and advise on compliance in complex, regulated environments.
As our Safety Development Officer, you will be responsible for:
* Supporting inspection and audit activity (internal and external), log, track, and close out remedial actions.
* Reviewing, assessing, tracking and closing-out environmental, health and safety and quality issues and incidents for all aspects of MML's business using output from internal/external audits, risk assessments or other associated reports.
* Maintaining MML's QHSEMS systems in accordance with regulatory requirements.
* Reviewing MML's QHSEMS management system to consider new and developing projects.
* Participating in incident investigations and reporting on behalf of MML.
* Assisting in the development and implementation of an annual audit plan, covering all aspects of MML's operation with a focus on health, safety, environmental and regulatory compliance.
* Providing safety advice and guidance to all MML's departments.
* Assessing and advising on the treatment of safety in all change proposals; standards; operational activities and project delivery plans where required.
* Undertaking and maintaining risk assessments for generic and task specific activities and ensure that hazards and remedial measures are recorded, managed, and communicated.
* Supporting incident investigation and reporting processes, including RIDDOR, D&A and other leading and lagging indicators.
* Supporting ongoing ROGS requirements across all aspects of the business.
* Applying CDM regulations in line with construction, infrastructure and engineering activity safety requirements.
To be successful in this role, it is essential that you have:
* A Health & Safety certification a NEBOSH general certificate.
* Strong knowledge of ISO standard management systems.
* Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and its application in operational environments.
* Good working knowledge and demonstrable competence in Microsoft Office packages essential.
* Working knowledge of the CDM 2015 Regulations, particularly as they relate to infrastructure and construction projects. You will be expected to apply CDM in the planning and assessment of works, contractor oversight, and project safety planning.
* Experience with contractor management and external safety compliance stakeholders (e.g., accreditors, auditors).
Candidates must already be capable of independently generating reports, advising departments, and leading audits. It would be great if someone was a certified internal auditor, e.g., BSI internal auditor.
It would be great if you had:
* Knowledge on HSE & ROGS regulations.
* Experience of working within the light rail or transport sector.
* An environmental accreditation/qualification at level 3 or above.
Your next career starts here!
West Midlands Metro is the place to be if you're passionate about growth, sustainability, and making a difference in your community. Click on APPLY today!
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