Health & Safety Assistant

Job Description

If youre a Health and Safety Assistant with a NEBOSH certificate and sound knowledge of H&S procedures on a construction site, Oregon Timber Frame want to hear from you...Health & Safety AssistantManchester AreaSalary is Dependent on ExperienceFull time, Permanent PositionMonday - Friday 37.5 hoursPlease Note: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UKOregon Timber Frame are a division of Barratt Developments. We specialise in the design, manufacture, supply and erection of structural timbers to all divisions across the group.We are now looking for a Health & Safety Assistant to provide support and assistance to the Head of SHE to ensure that all Oregon Health & Safety standards are being achieved on our construction sites.Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct site audits to monitor the Health & Safety standards on each site, identify any breaches and prepare a list of improvement actions. Prepare audit reports and then monitor to ensure that the required improvement actions are completed. Induct new start erectors in the "Oregon Way" to ensure that they understand the risks, methods and standards expected when working on an Oregon site. Check the qualifications of erectors on site to ensure they meet or exceed the minimum standards required to work on an Oregon site. Carry out training and toolbox talks to educate erectors and ensure they understand the standards expected. Complete accident investigation reports on behalf of Head of SHE. Prepare and alter RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) on behalf of the Health & Safety Manager. Assist the Head of SHE as required with any other documentation, administration, training and projects. This may include assisting with Health and Safety within any of the Oregon Timber Frame factories (currently Selkirk and Burton upon Trent).About You:Qualifications and Attributes: Membership of IOSH. NEBOSH Construction Certificate. CSCS card - professional level. Able to demonstrate education to a good standard - preferably to higher education or above. You must have a current driving licence and use of a personal car for work related usage. The car must be insured for business use.Essential Skills: Self-motivated and positive attitude. Highly numerate and literate. Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and any other software required for the role, e.g. iAuditor and Sharepoint. Good communication skills and able to deal with site erect teams, colleagues, senior management and customers. Able and willing to work flexibly to suit the needs and demands of the role. This may involve working different hours/days and travel away from home.Desirable Skills: (training can be provided if required) Strong working knowledge of joinery and timber frame erect sequences. Experience of supervising or managing people. A sound appreciation of Health & Safety practices on site (e.g. risk assessments, accident investigations, induction and training etc). Awareness of working with cranes to erect timber frame kits.Benefits:Oregon Timber Frame Ltd recognise that our employees are our best assets. We are dedicated to employing the right people for the right job and work closely with our workforce to ensure we develop staff to their full potential.We can offer: Enhanced Company Pension Company Bonus Scheme In-house training and development Fantastic career opportunities 34 days paid annual holiday (includes public holidays) Private Medical Cover Employee Life Insurance Cycle to work scheme PPE provided Employee Assistance ProgrammeHow to apply for the Health & Safety Assistant role:If you have the skills and experience required for this health and safety position based in Manchester, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.Other suitable skills and experience includes: Quality and Compliance Engineer, SHE Manager, Compliance Officer, Health and Safety Jobs Manchester, Health and Safety Advisor, Risk and Compliance Officer, Health & Safety Officer, Quality Health & Safety RepresentativeConstruction, Health & Safety Officer, Health, Safety & Welfare Officer, Safety in the Workplace Consultant, H&S Officer.