Progress Rail is looking to recruit An EHS Advisor to provide leadership, mentoring, and direction to ensure employee health and the environment are protected. Conduct and supervise activities that ensure compliance with governmental regulations and corporate policies. To undertake Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) activities across the company's facilities in the South Queensferry facility.
THE ROLE:
As an EHS Advisor you will be required to:
Assist operations management in understanding related EHS requirements and their impact on operations
Demonstrate safe operational practices and integrity whilst carrying out the duties of the EHS advisor role
Maintain communications with the facilities Leadership Teams
Manage EHS systems to maintain accreditation to both ISO45001 and ISO14001 standards. Also to contribute to the development of the EHS management system
Conduct internal EHS audits and assist in preparation for external audits and visits
Identify common safety/health/environmental hazards inherent in the organisations operations and works with the EHS Manager and corporate EHS to establish guidelines for protection from those hazards
Evaluate the impact of impending regulations and communicates these issues to appropriate facility personnel
Prepare and review EHS training materials for the facility and/or perform training that has already been developed and recommend further training requirements, based on known hazards and risks within the business
Provide annual training to employees on a range of EHS topics
Conduct new hire orientation with all new starters
Assists management in addressing and correcting Compliance Audit findings
Monitor, track, and follow up on Safety Improvement cards that are submitted to SQF the facility
Perform and manage incident investigations where required and ensure all documentation is filled out correctly
Utilise and modify the corporations "best management practice" programs and plans to fit the needs of the facility
Carry out frequent walks of facilities shop floors engaging with employees to improve the safety culture
Investigate and establish standards for protective equipment
Perform self-assessments of safety/health/environmental programs for compliance with company standards, government regulations, and adequacy relative to local conditions.
Generate and review reports for environmental and safety agencies
Responsible for the management and governance of the site "Part A - PPC -Operating permit" including the preparation and maintenance of all documentation, records and data submissions to the relevant enforcement agencies
Responsible for the management and governance of the site's Legionella management systems including the preparation of all documentation, maintenance of records and submissions to the relevant enforcement agencies
Management and governance of the sites waste management systems including the preparation of all documentation, maintenance of records and submissions to the relevant enforcement agencies
Management and governance of the site noise control plans
Management of the site energy conservation plans
Provide support and advice to facility departments in the review and update of COSHH, PUWER and Risk Assessments, to ensure their suitability and sufficiency
Conduct monthly EHS committee meetings
Develop the Monthly Safety report
Monitor the compliance of the Asbestos Management Register and Risk Plan where applicable
Conduct and maintain the EHS Safety Walk systems
Designated site security manager for the SQF facility
Perform other tasks in keeping in line with the post as required by the EHS Manager and General manager responsible for the site.
THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal EHS Advisor:
Breadth of knowledge and experience including EHS regulations, programs and policies
NEBOSH general certificate with at least 3 years' experience is required. A technical degree or NEBOSH diploma is highly desired
Strong understanding of EHS regulations and corporate standards is essential.
Excellent communicator across all levels
BENEFITS:
Incredible development and career growth - tailored training to help you learn and progress
Company funded external qualifications, where relevant for the role
Annual professional membership funded by the Company, where relevant for the role
33 days holiday per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
Company pension scheme with 5% employee and 7% employer contribution
As a member of the Group Personal Pension Plan employee covered by the Company funded life assurance for 3 times salary
Access to employee discounts hub
Discounted healthcare cash plan
Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme
Various employee recognition schemes
ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.
Progress Rail's deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site.
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