BYD is seeking an H&S Officer to cover various energy storage site locations across the UK. This role is responsible for reporting to the UK Regional Aftersales Manager. The H&S Officer will undertake HSE risk assessments and site inspections, recording and investigating incidents and accidents on BYD energy storage units across various client locations within the UK.
Tasks & Typical duties/responsibilities:
* Know HSE laws and regulations applicable to battery energy storage system power stations.
* Know laws and regulations applicable to battery recycling and battery registration.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations by all employees of the business; providing the necessary training and ongoing meetings to assist the employees.
* Ensure equipment in all sites is installed safely and maintained to the necessary standard.
* Undertake risk assessments and site inspections, identifying potential hazards and determining ways of reducing risks.
* Keep up to date with safe operational practices ensuring adherence to any changes in legislation.
* Ensure all First Aider and Fire Marshall responsibilities are carried out as per agreed policy and procedures.
* Record and investigate incidents, accidents, complaints, and cases of ill health.
* Report any RIDDOR to HSE when there is any RIDDOR occurring on-site.
* Investigate any health and safety issues raised by management or employees.
* Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are continually reviewed and updated.
* Produce reports for health and safety statistics and trends, writing regular articles to communicate health and safety issues and changes to regulations to all employees.
* Pass and maintain the requirements of the Relevant Regulator’s “fit and proper test” as required.
* Attend training courses as required to enable you to develop your skills and knowledge through continuous professional development.
* Management responsibilities for the Control of Contractors within any site.
Essential Requirements:
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in an H&S-related position within energy storage power.
* Minimum 2 years of fire management and risk assessment experience.
* Knowledge of high voltage environment working.
* Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills.
* Committed to providing excellent customer care with the ability to communicate in verbal and written forms at all levels.
* A current full clean UK driving licence.
* Basic IT skills (Word Processing, Outlook, Excel).
* CSCS card is required to work on-site.
* Right to Work in the UK.
We offer:
* Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration.
* Scottish Widow workplace pension.
* 25 days paid holidays + public holidays.
* Department & company-wide team-building events.
* An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to Zero Emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.
About BYD UK and BYD Energy Storage:
BYD UK is the UK distributor of BYD Company Ltd, which is a China-based company and a global leading-edge provider of green energy technologies. Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a world of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create a positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.
BYD Energy Storage was established in 2008. As a global pathfinder, leader, and expert in battery energy storage systems, BYD Energy Storage specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, marketing, service, and recycling of energy storage products. Built on state-of-the-art battery technology, BYD Energy Storage has provided safe and reliable energy storage system solutions for hundreds of grid-scale, C&I, and residential energy storage projects worldwide, covering 400+ cities, 70+ countries and regions, and 6 continents, including the U.K., U.S., Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, and Japan. Total global shipment volume has reached 14GWh+ (As of Dec. 31, 2022). BYD Energy Storage will collaborate with you for a clean and sustainable future.
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