Senior QEHS Officer

Job Description: The Senior Health and Safety Officer is involved in implementing and monitoring Modubuild’s Environmental, Health and Safety Policies in accordance with legislation.

Reporting to: QEHS Manager

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Working with the QEHS Manager to ensure Modubuild’s compliance with EHS legislation.
• Working with the QEHS Manager and Site Team to develop Health and safety plan, site specific safety statement, method statements and risk assessments.
• Implementing and monitoring project safety documentation.
• Attending site safety meetings.
• Monitoring site safety and observing for potential hazards.
• Reporting safety issues to the QEHS Manager and Construction / Project Manager.
• To advise the site team on EHS issues.
• Devising and implementing safe systems of work.
• Ensure all personnel are site safety inducted by both Modubuild & the client.
• Ensure that all direct employees & sub contractors have signed the method statement & all revised method statements thereafter.
• Ensure all plant & equipment is in good working condition.
• Ensure all fall arrest equipment is in good working order with no defects.
• Decommission defective & faulty equipment. 
• Ensure all personnel have the correct training to suit their task.
• Maintaining site training matrix.
• To ensure that toolbox talks are held with all site personnel on a weekly basis or otherwise when required.   
• To conduct site safety audits & notify the client if any safety issues arise in the site safety audit.
• Report finding to the Modubuild QEHS Manager.
• Carrying out accident investigation with the site manager, establishing the cause of the accident, incident or dangerous occurrence and recommend methods of future avoidance.
• Ensure there is an adequate supply of PPE & safety equipment on site.
• Ensure personnel are supplied with the correct PPE to suit their task.
• Ensure the project safety file is kept in good order and up to date.
• Leads  projects and/or supports site associates on HSE goals and assignments related to associate safety, ergonomics, environmental protection, process safety, or sustainability in manufacturing and research environments.
• Manages the investigation and assessment of incidents and work-related injuries to determine root cause. Tracks HSE corrective actions for prioritization, completion, and effectiveness.
• Build strong relationships with clients and subcontractors to communicate and influence HSE policies and programs on site at all levels.
• Work closely with the HSE Manager and Operations Manager to continue development and implementation of HSE strategies to promote a  “injury/incident free workplace”
• Remain up to date on latest legislation and industry best practice.

Selection Criteria/ Person Specification:

• Good communication skills.
• Professional safety qualification.
• Previous experience in this role.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of specific legislation.