We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Health and Safety Administrator to join the Airbus - Aerospace Integrated Research and Test Centre. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and protocols within the operational laboratories and test facilities, supporting a large and growing team of engineers and technicians. AIRTeC is responsible for researching, testing and qualifying the latest sustainable materials and components for current and future aircraft application.
Responsibilities
- Develop and Implement Safety Policies: Create and implement comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures tailored to the specific needs of our Test Centre and Laboratories
- Training and Education: Conduct regular awareness sessions to educate staff on safety protocols, procedures, and best practices to mitigate risks; supporting a diverse team of engineers and technicians
- Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace, including equipment, chemicals, and processes involved in structural materials testing for aerospace applications
- Safety Inspections: Perform routine workplace inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with safety regulations and identify any areas for improvement, supporting the efficient and safe operation of a large and growing team
- Incident Investigation: Lead investigations on behalf of the centre manager into any accidents, incidents, or near misses; help with identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences, ensuring the well-being of all team members
- Safety Compliance: Stay up to date with relevant health and safety legislation and ensure that Test Centre and Laboratories remain compliant with all regulatory requirements in the aerospace sector
- Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, first aid protocols, and coordination with emergency services, supporting the safety and security of our team in all situations
- Safety Communication: Act as the team's primary point of contact for all health and safety inquiries, providing guidance and support to staff members as needed, fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the team
- You will report functionally to the Centres Operations Managers (Labs & Test Centre) and Safety Champion for the AIRTeC facility. Operationally you will work closely with the Health & Safety Department (HSE) onsite at Filton who provide overall H&S management and approval for the team's activities
- Develop digital solutions that connect the various H&S processes in order to achieve administration efficiency and consistent application, recording and follow-up for end users
- COSHH - Audit, Quarantine of items, ensure all paperwork is in place and data sheets are up to date. Ensure compliance with Reach legislation
- 11 Point Plan - Audit and update of files
- Lifting Equipment - monitor performance of 3rd party auditor and perform independent checks
- Risk Assessments - Manage the RA register for the Test Centre and Laboratories, review existing RA's, archive out of date/not needed RA's, launch periodic updates. Support authoring where required for some team activities
- Conformity of New Work Equipment - Keep a database and support new assessments within the team, including PUWER assessments
- Workplace Inspections - Organise, run and follow up on all workplace zone inspections with the Zone Owners in the facility. Report findings in the safety tool, to the H&S champion and department managers
- Training Records - Support the deputy head of test and building H&S champion with maintaining the training records for the department & identifying / following up and gaps with individuals
- Support enforcement of Personal Protective Equipment and Workwear policy within the facility
Skill Set
Essential
- Relevant Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (e.g. NEBOSH or higher)
- Proven experience in health and safety administration, preferably within a laboratory or testing environment
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively in an aerospace context
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and educate staff on safety procedures and support a large and growing team of engineers and technicians. Collaborative working will be a strength - liaising other departments and health and safety focal points daily
- Attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and investigations to ensure the safety of all team members
Desirable
- Certification in First Aid/CPR and experience with emergency response planning is desirable
Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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