Health & Safety Change Specialist

This position will be suitable for a driven Health & Safety Change Specialist professional who is experienced and passionate about leading and championing a culture of continuous development. Reporting to the Health & Safety Director, Senior Cultural Safety Programme Lead and partnering with the wider Health & Safety team, the primary focus of the role is to be at the forefront supporting the implementation of the company's cultural safety programme - Creating Safer Sites.

Responsibilities

Take responsibility for own safety and the safety of colleagues in accordance with Health, Environment, and Safety Instructions.

Advocate for the establishment of a culture that prioritises safety on sites, termed the Creating Safer Sites culture.

Assist in the implementation of the Company's Creating Safer Sites Plan.

Support the project teams in organising and facilitating meetings of the Creating Safer Sites Steering Group and Action Teams.

Coordinate training sessions on Creating Safer Sites for Collen Teams and subcontractors.

Coordinate and deliver Creating Safer Sites workshops for Collen Teams and contractors.

Organise and participate in site walk-downs focused on Creating Safer Sites alongside Action Team members.

Review and communicate progress and performance in Creating Safer Sites to the Programme Lead & Senior Leadership Team

Maintain records of Creating Safer Sites training and database for Company reporting requirements.

Prepare supplementary materials for the Creating Safer Sites Program, such as newsletters, posters, and handouts.

Manage the Project's Creating Safer Sites / Health & Safety Recognition Program.

Assist the Collen Health & Safety Team in creating campaign materials, organising competitions, and communicating with stakeholders.

Plan meetings with consultants during their visits to discuss issues and further refine the quality and implementation of the Creating Safer Sites program.

Promote & foster Collen core values and a culture of wellness at work.

Handle internal and external communication with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality

Requirements

Excellent communication skills, adept at interacting effectively with staff and contractors across all hierarchical levels.

Proficient problem-solving abilities to address challenges and obstacles efficiently.

Proactive and self-motivated, demonstrating initiative and the ability to take the lead on tasks.

Collaborative team player, capable of working cohesively with others to achieve common goals.

Strong organisational and planning skills, ensuring tasks are executed efficiently and deadlines are met.

Demonstrates self-leadership, taking ownership of responsibilities and driving projects forward independently.

Outstanding interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships and rapport with others.

Quick learner, able to grasp new concepts and adapt to changing environments rapidly.

Capable of working autonomously, demonstrating independence and resourcefulness in completing tasks.

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