Company Description

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sia Abrasives Ltd (part of the Bosch Power Tools/Accessories Division) is an innovative manufacturer of non-woven and foam abrasive products as well as a distributer in the UK of coated abrasives. The sites in Greetland, West Yorkshire and Alfreton, Derbyshire, have a wealth of experience in the manufacture and development of abrasive products, ideally complementing sia Abrasives’ systems solutions.

Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Operations, this role ensure that the candidate carries out duties to develop HSE procedures in accordance with legislation, Bosch standards and best practice in order to protect all associates, stakeholders and the environment.

Responsibilities:

Maintain and improve documented management systems for health, safety & environment in line with Robert Bosch internal standards, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.Provide information and advice to management and associates on all areas of HSE and security matters, compliance and the management of risk.Raise the profile of the HSE requirements of the business and promote a positive HSE culture.Co-ordinate and lead continuous improvement programs on HSE and security activities.Implement and review programs to reduce the accident / incident rates.Communicate with external enforcement agenciesAssist managers and supervisors in the investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses and identify corrective actions, organise and chair HSE meetingsEnsure emergency fire control procedures and systems are in place and monitored.Implement, control and manage regulatory compliance of new national regulations and Bosch Standards.Ensure first aid arrangements and systems are maintained including trained personnel, organise and conduct HSE and security training to all associates as necessary.Liaise closely with the Company’s Occupational Health Specialist regarding hazards and potential risk and to assist in health surveillance and monitoring of associates.Manage review and assess all chemicals used on site ensuring all legal and Bosch requirements are met. Ensure that specific chemicals are authorised and all associates are informed and trained on the relevant risks. Ensure that control measures for handling, storing, transporting, use and disposal of each chemical is in placeLiaise and assist in the preparation and updating of all IPC, IPPC documentation and packaging waste regulations for site processes and lead contact with the environment agency for site activities

QualificationsProven Health,Safety & Environment experience gained within a manufacturing environment, preferably involving chemicals.Educated to ‘A’ level standard or equivalent and NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualified.Diploma level in Environmental Management a desirableAble to provide direction and make sound judgements based on facts.Able to build/maintain relationships, good interpersonal skills, team player, customer focusedExcellent communication, written, presentation, organisational, telephone and IT skills.Able to drive change and work flexibly to high standardsDemonstrates initiative, pro-active and self-motivatedExperience of Health, Safety & Environment standards i.e. OHSAS18001 and ISO 14001Outgoing personality, passionate and self-driven with an eye for detail, strong problem solving

Additional Information

Competitive benefits and services including pension, life assurance, 24 holidays + statutory leave, employee assistance programme, flexible working options, Perkbox, employee discounts on Bosch goods, development opportunities, close to motorway links and on-site parking