Facilities and H&S Technician

Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring is the industry leading technology and service company offering law enforcement and government agencies the widest variety of cutting-edge monitoring solutions. Operating in over 35 countries, we leverage an international network of expertise and resources in order to deliver a unique solution.

With nearly 30 years of industry experience in providing innovative technology solutions and first-class service, our latest electronic monitoring technologies provide solutions that aim to ensure the safety of our communities, provide an alternative to incarceration, reduce prison, overcrowding, lower recidivism and improve reintegration.

We enable our customers to effectively monitor approximately 140,00 participants every day. This includes many of the world's largest electronic monitoring programs.

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team here at Allied Universal, if you enjoy a varied workload in a fast-paced environment this role could be for you. Working for the HSE Manager you will be key to the smooth running of the business with broad responsibilities covering facilities and Health and Safety. The successful candidate will be supported by the business through training to complete NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Co-ordination of general building maintenance tasks and repairs.
• Handling incoming repair requests, taking required action and appropriate record keeping.
• Coordinating with contractors for routine facility maintenance tasks including but not limited to cleaning and waste services, security, air conditioning, electrical and compliance testing and CCTV.
• Contractor management support, such as reviewing risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) ensure contractor safety management and provide onsite support. 
• Managing inventory and replenishment of facility requirements.
• Assisting with moves, repairs, or installations of office furniture and equipment.
• Assisting the H&S Manager in assuring compliance in line with ISO14001, ISO 45000
• To conduct and advise on risk assessments across the business as required, providing advice where necessary.
• Provide assistance to the HSE Manager in the preparation and training of emergency procedures.
• Support with and conducting accident and near miss investigations, display screen equipment (DSE) assessments and appropriate record keeping.
• Responsible for effective fire evacuation procedures, training and record keeping.
• To conduct routine health and safety checks, surveys and assessments of the working environment, collate results, and ensure actions are logged and monitored.
• Actively involved in the development and implementation of the Health and Safety Management System. 
• To assist in implementing the health and safety learning plan for staff, and management within the site(s) they are responsible for. 
• To ensure the required induction and training on health and safety is conducted and provide guidance, learning and support to staff at all levels as appropriate. 
• To support the management of and introduction of any new environmental initiatives.
• Keeping appropriate records in relation to required environmental reporting.
• Compiling Health, Safety, Environmental and maintenance statistics and producing and presenting associated reports.
• Raising purchase orders and processing invoices as required as part of the function.
• To take responsibility for personal learning and ensuring you remain up to date with changes and updates in health, safety and environmental legislation.
  
  
  
  

Skills And Knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role or within an administration role.
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic and practical approach to tasks.
• Highly organised with experience of administration, record keeping and producing statistics.
• Pro-active and able to work independently on your own initiative along with juggling various tasks at one time.
• Proficient in the use of spreadsheets, word documents (either Microsoft or Google).

Desirable

• An interest and passion for Health & Safety, ideally with an IOSH qualification.

• Experience of carrying out risk assessments and other associated Health & Safety tasks.
• First Aid knowledge
• Experience of environmental legislation and reporting in relation to businesses.
• Experience of dealing with 3rd party service providers.
• Having carried out briefing or training sessions, speaking confidently with groups.

If you feel you have the level of experience and skills we are looking for and are excited about our role then please send across your CV. Based on the nature of our business successful candidates are required to undertake a screening and vetting process. You will be required to have the right to work in the UK and have been resident in the UK for 5 years.