Head of Process Safety

• Manage a team to provide subject matter expertise in process safety and act as the lead technical authority on all process safety.
• Management of associated contracts including (e.g. third party technical safety, hazard assessment and dispersion modelling as required.)
• Work with the Head of H&S management systems to identify and implement continuous improvement in process safety standards , procedures and guidance through simplification and standardisation
• Support of selected Directors (eg Bioresources.) to develop H&S plans that deliver sustainable improvements in line with the wider Corporate H&S strategy.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders and regulatory bodies including Health and Safety Executive and Water UK.
• Develop corporate H&S strategies and improvement programs for process safety based on Industry best practice and organisational needs through consultation with the H&S Leadership team.
• Development, and continuous improvement of corporate process safety standards, procedures and guidance with a focus on major accident hazards
• To identify and escalate critical process safety issues to the H&S Director and relevant Business Director so they can ensure the right level of support and intervention is allocated to help resolve the issue
• Provision of accurate and up-to-date process safety information and advice to support legal compliance and continuous performance improvement
• In collaboration with the learning and development team, enhance the process safety training program and develop process safety competence profiles for key operational roles and the wider health & safety team.
• Line management of the Process Safety team to ensure that they are supporting the implementation of sustainable improvements across the business.
• Ownership of the corporate process safety risk profile on behalf of the H&S Director and development of process safety improvement strategies to manage the risks and drive best in class performance.

• Experience of leading, managing and developing a multi - disciplinary team
• Experienced leader with the ability to identify talent, build, recruit and develop a high performing team
• Proven track record in providing high levels of customer service and continuous improvement
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing process safety standards and programs
• Drive, resilience and ability to cope with the demands of leading and operating a diverse function
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a strong team player. Ability to build relationships and influence across UU and with key external stakeholders
• Ownership of the corporate Process safety framework, standards, procedures and guidance
• Qualified to degree level in an engineering discipline
• Full UK Driving License
• Detailed understanding of COMAH regulations, and experience of HAZOP and HAZID assessments, together with emergency planning
• Experience of influencing, coaching and negotiation skills with senior leadership
• A detailed understanding of Health & Safety legislation and with a proven track record of delivering sustained H&S performance improvement

Work Type - Hybrid

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU

Salary - Competitive Salary

• Car cash allowance - £5,000
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Deals and discounts
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Salary Finance
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Up to 20% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• Mental health first aiders
• Enhanced parental leave schemes
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Wealth at Work courses