Safety Team Technician

Job Introduction

Provide safety cover during any confined space entry

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure the safety of the customer and employees at all times, ensuring relevant risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are in place.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with Health & Safety guidelines and pre-agreed work programme, ensuring the plan is adhered to and meets customer requirements.
• At all times, behave in a way that protects the image of the company, presenting both yourself and your vehicle in a professional manner.
• Be available and respond to duties, which may fall outside your normal working hours.  Call out and stand by fall into these categories.
• To liaise with customers about their specific requirements for current or future projects.
• Manage the safety team on assignment and organise allocated assignments.
• Responsible for vehicle and safety equipment for each assignment.
• To ensure assets are managed and accounted for on each assignment.
• Ensure the correct and safe use of all tools supplied by the company.
• All equipment returned and secured on completion of the assignment.
• When considered necessary or appropriate by management you may be required to carry out any duties considered within your skill and competence to assist the smooth running of the business.

What We’re Looking For

• Educated to reasonable level.
• Competent IT skills.
• Valid driving licence.
• Experience of communicating with customers face-to-face.
• Confidence in communicating difficult messages to people of all levels.

Preferable skills:

• An electronic, mechanical or engineering background is desirable.
• Knowledge of survey / safety industry desirable but not essential.l
• Experience of communicating with customers on a face to face basis.
• Manufacturer training desirable but not essential.

Mandatory Qualifications to be attained whilst employed

• CS1 CS Entry with use of escape set.
• CS2 CS Entry with use of Escape & full BA.
• Risk assessment and method statement completion.
• Emergency first aid trained :-

1. Basic emergency first aid.
2. Rescue techniques.
3. Use of rescue stretcher.

• CCNSG Safety passport.
• Towing & pumping operations.

Optional Safety Qualifications/Courses:

• City & Guilds confined space trained :-

1. Unit 822 – Compressed air escape BA.
2. Unit 824 – Compressed air working/rescue BA.
3. Unit 823 – Chemical oxygen escape sets.

• Advanced BA & entry control.
• Advanced emergency first aid trained.
• Knowledge of confined space legislation.
• Long duration BA use and maintenance.
• MOD CS Training – desirable.
• Advanced driver training.
• Thames Water passport.
• Driver safety training.
• Rope access trained. 
• Water rescue trained. 
• New Roads & Street works - Signing lighting & guarding.

What We Can Offer You 

• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday (increases with service), plus bank holidays & 1 extra day to be taken in the month of your birthday
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary 
• Share save scheme 
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme 
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Long service recognition 
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
• All the above managed through our Employee Engagement Platform – Spotlight

A Little Bit About Us 

With over 25 years of experience, we offer a comprehensive range of equipment, support services, and training solutions.

As a potential employer, joining ESS means becoming part of a dynamic team in an exciting and rewarding work environment. We have established ourselves as a leader in the industry, delivering efficient solutions, exceptional customer support, and cutting-edge equipment.

At ESS, we value employee growth and foster collaboration. We offer opportunities for personal and professional development, recognising and celebrating the skills and dedication of our team members.

Experience a fulfilling career with ESS, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact. Join us today and be part of our mission to deliver outstanding equipment solutions and support services.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.