Environmental Health & Safety Officer

Overview of the role

Ensure the Company is fully compliant with Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) regulations. Develop policies and procedures, conduct audits, report writing, deliver training, liaise with internal and external stakeholders and external authorities. This is an opportunity for someone with EH&S experience and qualifications to grow and develop knowledge of the aviation industry.

The main duties and responsibilities include:

H&S General

• Implementing and updating Health & Safety plans and procedures for the group as required.

• Update and maintain Health and Safety procedures, policies, risk assessments and associated safety documentation for the Group in compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Carrying out risk assessments and considering how risks could be reduced.

• Conduct H&S Investigations.

• Advising Managers on Health & Safety initiatives relevant to their department.

• Keeping up to date with new legislation and maintaining a working knowledge of all Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) regulations and any developments that affect the industry.

• Improve the health and safety culture, through training and awareness.

Environmental General

• Managing all aspects of Company's compliance in line with statutory regulations.

• Monitoring all current and emerging EHS regulations and developing strategies/programs to ensure compliance.

• Developing and maintaining the Company's EHS management systems and internal policies & procedures in accordance with standards such as ISO14001.

• Optimise and develop programs to reduce environmental, health and safety risks.

• Developing an in depth understanding of technical processes and methods used throughout Company operations.

• Maintaining knowledge of the environmental management best practice, waste management requirements and occupational health and safety standards.

• Build an in-depth understanding of EHS operational practices and implement new systems and processes in an accurate, timely and efficient way.

• Evaluation of processes, systems and equipment for EHS impacts.

• Developing with site management, measures including, risk assessments and health & safety plans to assure personnel safety on site.

• Liaising with external authorities such as the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), OHSA, local authorities and other regulatory bodies on EHS related matters and site visits, audits, accident investigations etc.

• Represent the Company during outside Agency Audits/Inspections.

• Any other relevant and reasonable duties associated with the role.

Education, knowledge and experience

• Qualification in Safety, Engineering or related field.

• Minimum 3 years of previous experience in a similar position.

• Good working knowledge and experience of Maltese environmental, health and safety regulations/legislation.

• Experience with Environmental Management ISO14001.

Competences

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Quality/EH&S systems.

• Experience of report writing, auditing and conducting investigations.

• Communication: excellent listening, written, verbal, presentation, training and interpersonal skills (ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with all stakeholders).

• Ability to work independently while being part of a larger team.

• A pragmatic approach, good analytical skills, problem solving skills and results oriented.

• Excellent organization and time management; is organized and can prioritize business demands.

• Attention to detail and high level of reporting accuracy regarding all aspects of the role.

• Proactive, positive attitude, flexible and open to change, willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.

• Exercises discretion and confidentiality at all times, in relation to all matters.

• Fluency in English.

• Flexibility and availability for travel if required.

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