Job Introduction

Ford Halewood Transmissions Ltd is undergoing a huge transformation, with significant growth in 2023. To prepare for the upcoming launch we are looking for a range of skills to join the workforce. Ford is investing £355m into the Halewood site to produce electric power units and Halewood will be the first site to     manufacture EV components in Europe, commencing in 2024 with a capacity of 420,000 units.

The Senior Safety Engineer role will involve communication with all levels of the organisation. The successful applicant will work closely with Management and will have a direct reporting line to the Plant manager, in addition to the Ford UK safety manager.

Role Responsibility

• To be role model for Ford+ behaviours and requirements. 

• Promote safety and a Zero Accident culture.

• Drive Systematic improvements into Safety using SMART auditing and tracking of issues to closure.

• Lead our SOS in Halewood and subject matter expert (subject to training).

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legalisation.

• CDM lead and auditor for Halewood based projects.

• Lead All Plant Health and Safety reviews and track items to closure.

• Empower their team to accept responsibility for their roles in the delivery of tasks.

• Single point of contact for GERTs, plus ICA/PCA report externally.

• SIRS/RATS lead.

• FOS Safety lead.

• Ensure training needs are prioritised and completed to ensure competency.

• Prepare the department and area for new programs as we transition into Power Unit production. Ensuring a collaborative approach between PTME and Halewood to resolve issues quickly.

• Interpret and implement the Companies personnel policies and maintain an efficient & consistent level of performance. 

• Ensure housekeeping is maintained to a high standard.

• Layout approval on behalf of Safety.

• Demonstrate knowledge and application of continuous improvement through Kaizen activities.

The Ideal Candidate

Qualifications (Candidates must supply a copy of certificates relating to relevant qualifications on request)

• Essential: Degree in Engineering plus experience in a safety role 

• Essential: Formal Qualifications in Occupational Health, Safety, Ergonomics, Industrial

• Essential: NEBOSH Diploma. 

• Desirable: Hygiene or an associated discipline. 

• Desirable: Membership in a professional safety institute or industry group

Skills and Experience

• Practical experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

• Thorough knowledge of state and national OHS laws and Codes of Practice.

• High level of motivation, innovation skills and initiative.

• Evidence of leadership, interpersonal and team building skills.

• Good communication skills and be able to delegate clearly, effectively, fairly, and consistently.

• Be able to cope with change, have a flexible approach towards change and be prepared to respond to change initiatives in a proactive manner to ensure efficient running of the operation.

• Experience in a similar safety advisory role in industry (preferred).

• Production experience in a manufacturing operation is an advantage

• Operational knowledge of most of the following safety programs in manufacturing: Power Lock out/tag out, Working at Height, Contractor management, risk assessment (not exhaustive)

Package Description

Position Title: Senior Safety Engineer   

Job Function: Manufacturing

Salary:  £68,346.44

Location: Halewood Transmission Plant

Hours: Shifts will initially be days however must be flexible to work shift patterns as required 

About the Company

Benefits

• Access to our Employee Development and Assistance Programme (EDAP).

• A unique opportunity to access Ford’s Privilege scheme - allowing you to purchase Ford vehicles at a discount.

• A great salary increasing yearly, along with our competitive pension scheme.

• An excellent work-life balance, including a generous holiday allowance of 25 days. (inclusive of set shut down dates)

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• On site facilities such as a gym, sauna and steam room

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability. This vacancy is advertised in line with the FORD equal opportunities policy

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