Health & Safety Administrator

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.