Safety Improvement Partners Ref: 2052

Job Description

Job Title: Safety Improvement PartnersSalary:Competitive and Rewarding + BenefitsHours: 37.5Location:UK or Ireland (Flexible)(Hybrid)The HSEQ department provides a central support function to all APEM Group business areas as well as managing the business HSEQ management systems. The core function of the department is to support the safety of our people, promote the protection of the environmentand implement systems that drive quality.The key function of the Safety Improvement Partner is to provide dedicated support to identified business areas on a day-to-day basis. To deliver this role, building great relationships with the teams and understanding their challenges and supporting thedevelopment of effective solutions is essential.What success looks like in this roleEmbedding and maintaining a proactive approach to safety where everyone understands their own responsibilities and safety is integral to all decision making.As an individual, the acknowledgment that you are the safety lead for the business areas that you support and a key stakeholder in business decisions.Key Responsibilities

• Development and integration of HSEQ group policy, procedures, processes, in line with APEM standards, ISO standards (45001, 9001 and 14001) legislation, and business needs

• Deliver a robust HSEQ audit and legal compliance assurance programme and actively drive HSEQ initiatives and continuous improvement

• Develop winning submissions for PQQs and Tenders and ensure commitments and requirements are embedded within successful project plans.

• Provide effective professional HSEQ support, guidance, and influence to business divisions.

• Monitor, investigate and report on safety incidents to ensure lessons are learned and drive continuous improvement

• Provide expert HSEQ input on business wide initiatives engaging with key stakeholders, to drive HSEQ agenda, quality, standards and reduce risk

• Develop, drive and support health and safety tools, communications and campaigns including overarching or business division specific risk areas in consultation with necessary stakeholders

• Consult, proactively manage change and seek out ways to improve HSEQ delivery

• Monitor new legislation and implement any requirements, ensuring the business is aware of the impacts

• Management and facilitation of health and safety improvement projects including psychological safety programmes and health and well-being

• To carry out any additional activities that may be reasonably required or requested
• To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others; make use of the tools, equipment, training and resources; and actively engage with colleagues at all levels to contribute to the continuous improvement of health and safety management.

Skills/Knowledge/Experience/QualificationsEssential

• Degree qualified in a relevant Health and Safety / Engineering subject or NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent supported by practical health and safety experience
• A minimum of 3 years experience in an H&S role within one or more of the following industries: construction, aviation, marine, environmental assessment/consultancy and engineering.
• An ability to adapt and diversify into other Sectors.
• An understanding of complex business requirements e.g health and safety, legal risks, and an ability to prioritise and respond appropriately to changing demands
• Working knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation in the UK and Ireland
• Influencing and persuasion skills with experience applying these skills
• Numeracy, Literacy
• Commercial Awareness and stakeholder engagement
• Excellent decision making, communication, presentation, and coaching skills
• CMIOSH or working towards

Desirable

• A minimum of 5 years experience in an H&S role within one or more of the following industries: construction, aviation, marine, environmental assessment/consultancy and engineering.
• Working knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation outwith the UK and Ireland
• Project management experience with ability to manage numerous projects involving stakeholder engagement, requirements, budget control and specified deliverables
• Interest and / or general experience in operating the commercial /general aviation sector and an understanding of CAA requirements.

Our ValuesOur most important assets are our people who work for the firm. We all work as one team and rely on each other. We wish to create a working environment to which our people are proud to belong, by maintaining our values at the forefront of everything we do.These values are:

• IntegrityWe do the right thing
• QualityQuality in everything
• People - We care
• Forward thinkingWe focus on the future
• PositivityWe believe we can
• FairnessWe champion equality

Our WOW FactorWhen home became work, we learned that flexibility, understanding and balance allowed us all to move forward and grow together. So, no matter where youre based, the hours you keep, the toddlers you have to entertain, or outside interests that help withyour wellbeing were committed to our Ways of Working (WOW) with each other so we can continue to be our best.You belongWe recognise that everyones story is different. The opportunities, experiences and challenges faced in life shape who we are, and we understand that these are the things that make us individual and unique. Embracing our differences means were able to approachwhat we do from every angle.Inspiration and insight can come from anywhere, and no matter your history or choices in life, we empower our people to be their best, so we can be our best, together. We welcome the whole youNext steps We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you cant tick every box above, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specificareawe are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills. We may also have an associated role that might be of interest.<br