EHS Assistant

at  Sodexo

Job Introduction
As an EHS Assistant at Sodexo in Richmond, TW9 1EJ, you will assist the Global Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Lead with the provision of high-quality administrative support, focusing on risk assessment, the safety management system, safety audits and inspections and the management of reported incidents and hazards By keeping others safe, your actions have a meaningful impact. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Routine point of contact for Client and IFM provider on all EHS matters
• Enable compliance with all business-wide policy and strategy through management system audits.
• Accountable for coordinating / reviewing activities including where necessary to conduct, review and provide guidance on risk assessments, method statements and standard operating procedures
• Ensure systems / processes implemented and reflect the intentions of Sodexo and the client and are in compliance with best industry practice (OSHA, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 (or similar regional alternatives)
• Ensure appropriate day-to-day support and guidance to the team, supply partners and the client on the provision of guidance and practical expertise on operational Health and Safety standards.
• Support the delivery of Sodexo training strategy to enable standards of competence to be achieved and maintained.
• Monthly capturing EHS relevant metrics (MSD contractual scorecards)
• Support effective business communication through advice, review and direct contribution to management and team meetings, briefings / toolbox talks, health and safety committee meetings, consultation forums, correspondence, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as appropriate.
• Review incident reports and follow-up actions plans for Client and IFM Provider, escalating delinquencies to Client EHS sponsor (non – vehicle)

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplie