Health and Safety Manager

Help us make a big green dent in the universe. We're on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and we need loads more people to help us make our vision a reality.We’re spearheading the transition to greener, cheaper energy through the installation of in-home technologies; from smart meters and electric car chargers; to low carbon heating, home batteries, solar, and beyond. Utilising Octopus’ awesome tech power, Kraken Tech we deliver smart energy solutions for our customers. To ensure that we deliver a safe low carbon heat install to our domestic customers, we look to continually develop the safety, compliance and quality assurance side of the business.We are looking for a Health and Safety Manager to ensure everyone in the company complies with health and safety laws, heavily involved in the logistical side of it all. Working as part and alongside compliance team to develop the internal safety and quality management of our employee’s and technical process’s and standards, ensuring a consistent high level of safe service is delivered to our customers, engineers and employees within Octopus Energy Services. You'll have excellent attention to detail to identify hazards, specifically working around our distribution centres - it'd be awesome if you have a logistical H&S background. You'll be able to discover opportunities for improving conditions and execute various safety programs. The ability to communicate guidelines to a multidisciplinary workforce is essential.The goal is to ensure the workplace meets all legal expectations and actively supports occupational health and safety. This role will involve regular travel across the UK.

What you'll do

Support the SHE Manager and the wider operational business to ensure all aspects of works are procured, managed and delivered in line with internal and external SHE requirementsWork and support the logistic and transport managersManage third party HSE providers across Octopus portfolio, driving safety culture across and ensuring compliance with OR standards and proceduresDevelop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelinesPrepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safetyEvaluate facilities to assess risk and adherence to the lawConduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident preventionIdentify any gaps in the health and safety systems and recommend improvements.Investigate accidents or incidents to discover direct causesRecommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures and report on health and safety awareness, issues and statisticsWork with the wider team to onboard and grow our supply chain

What you'll need

Proven experience as a Health & Safety ManagerExperience in the health and safety side of Logistics and Transport as well as understanding of legal health and safety guidelinesHave completed a NEBOSH certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalentHold an internal auditing qualification e.g ISO45001Have In depth understanding of UK H&S legislation and its practical application in social housing refurbishment projects or similar (CDM, WAH, Asbestos and Gas etc)Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policiesGood knowledge of data analysis and risk assessmentValid qualification in occupational health and safety

Why else you'll love it here

Octopus Energy is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we we're voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people  If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.