Health and Safety Advisor at DPD Group UK

Middleton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

40000.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance, Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, Communication, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Stakeholder Management, Reporting

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

Company Description Contract: Permanent - 40 hours per week Location: Middleton (and surrounding areas) Salary: Circa £40,000 Working: Monday to Friday - between the hours of 06:00 - 14:30/15:00 (8.5 hours) DPD is a member of DPDgroup, one of Europe's leading parcel delivery networks, and aims to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK, with a turnover of over £2 billion. We also deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry. Job Description Our Health and Safety General Manager, covering the DPD Network is currently recruiting for an outstanding Health and Safety Advisor to join their highly experienced team. Within this role you will help to drive a high standard of Health and Safety throughout the various sites you will be supporting. You will be responsible for checking and monitoring that those working within Network sites are working safely and in compliance with the various site rules, as well as making recommendations and supporting investigations into health and safety matters. You must be able to work effectively in a team and be able to communicate clearly to all levels within the organisation. Your other key responsibilities will include: Travelling to the various sites you will be working with to carrying out onsite visits at key operational times, monitoring that the high standards of health and safety are being adhered to. Providing clear, concise and supportive recommendations to sites for improving their health and safety compliance. Supporting sites in health and safety investigations. Recording your findings onto the relevant health and safety reporting systems. Work with the wider health and safety team on compliance and health and safety improvement projects. Qualifications Qualifications To be considered for this role ideally you would previously have worked in a supportive compliance or health and safety role, and have completed some health and safety qualifications or training. You should as a minimum have an understanding of the application of the Health and Safety at work act 1974 and its supporting legislation You will possess excellent communication and be able to communicate to a high standard in numerous formats. You will be comfortable working on your own initiative with the ability to prioritise and effectively manage your time. Due to the size of our operation the ability to work collaboratively and supportively within the team is critical. You will have strong IT skills with experience of using Microsoft packages or Google Suite. If not already holding Health and Safety qualifications, you must be able to study to achieve a NEBOSH diploma (or similar level) within the first 3 years of employment. Additional Information Job Specifics To be considered for this role you must: Possess a full valid driving licence Be flexible to travel and to work a varied shift pattern to meet business requirements Remuneration Your package will include a competitive salary. As well as this you have access to some other fantastic optional benefits such as Cycle2Work Scheme, Dining Cards, Holiday trading and discounts and savings on 1000’s of retailers. DPD are passionate about creating an environment that is open, ethical, inclusive and socially responsible. There is a culture of recognition and reward within DPD to include; long-service awards, a special recognition programme for those individuals that go above and beyond, and the DPD Personality of the Year award. If successful you can look forward to the exciting prospect of joining an increasingly successful and expanding business, that through its constant innovation, has revolutionised the express parcel industry and continues to define its outlook for the future. DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer Job Title: Health & Safety Advisor Function: Health and Safety Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time

Responsibilities

Drive high health and safety standards across various network sites by monitoring compliance and conducting onsite visits. Provide recommendations for improvement and support investigations into health and safety matters.