EHSSQ Officer – Energy from Waste

Astute Technical

  • Glasgow
  • £49,600-58,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation.We are looking for an EHSSQ Officer, you will be responsible for all Environmental, Health & Safety (and Security) and Quality matters on the Power Station. You will also provide technical support to the O&M teams and ensure compliance across all permits including management of the Environmental Permit.If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.
Responsibilities and duties:
As the EHSSQ Officer you will be responsible for:
  • Implementing and managing the EHSSQ policy within the IMS ISO Framework (9001/14001/45001/50001)
  • Oversee all reporting, monitoring and testing relating to EHSSQ compliance in conjunction with managing the O&M contractual requirements, SEPA Permit, and Integrated Management Systems.
  • Carry out plant inspections, investigations, safety tours and audits and make recommendations to improve the safety procedures, ensuring all work is carried out in line with policies and documentation is maintained via the IMS.
  • Assist with training, enforcing EHSSQ culture, toolbox talks, inductions etc as and when required.
  • Chair the Health & Safety Committee meetings.
  • Monitor contractors and report on performance and adherence to EHSSQ processes.
  • Participate in regular Health & Safety forums and review meetings.
  • Evaluation of third party contractor RAMS (Risk Assessment, Method Statements).
  • Monitor a variety of key metrics including permits, compliance, site security and energy performance.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
  • At least an HNC level qualification in Environmental, Science or Chemistry or a similar scientific
  • An IOSH or NEBOSH or similar qualification you’ll ideally be Technical Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH)
  • Member of IMEA, CIWM or similar organisation.
Personal skills
The EHSSQ Officer would suit someone with:
  • A strong appreciation of health and safety aspects on site.
  • Working experience of environmental permits, discharge consents (EPR), quality management systems and environmental legislation.
  • Experience in acting as Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001
  • Previous SHEQ experience in a heavy industry such as – Energy from Waste, Biomass, CHP, Refinery, Petrochemical etc· Experience working to CDM 2015 regulations
Salary and benefits of the EHSSQ Officer role
  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus Opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Training & professional development
  • Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant
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