Job Description

Job Details

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HSE & COMPLIANCE CO-ORDINATOR

Hours -

Monday - Friday 40 hours per week inclusive of 1 hour break

Salary from

- 27,000 per annum

A bit about BAKO Group....!

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BAKO is a leading supplier of Bakery Products and Ingredients servicing customers throughout the United Kingdom. BAKO Ltd forms an integral part of the BAKO Group Ltd with revenues of 170m and 300 employees. The Group is the largest bakery goods wholesaler in the UK with National coverage serviced via its depots in Preston, Wimbledon and Durham.


Launched over 60 years ago, BAKO offers the food industry an outstanding combination of competitive prices plus the exceptional customer service only a local company can provide. Today our customers enjoy the combined purchasing power, logistics and resources of one of the largest nationwide distributors to the food industry. From large pallet deliveries to products for the small & home baker, BAKO caters to all size of customer.


Our multi-temperature distribution fleet allows us to deliver a wide variety of ambient, chilled and frozen products from the same vehicles. We serve an ever-expanding customer base within the food industry which ranges from traditional organisations through to new companies catering for the latest convenience markets.

Purpose of Job

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Reporting to the Group HSE & Compliance Manager, you will support the management team of the depot with the day to day running of the business through the implementation of the business' Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety Policies, maintaining standards of compliance.

You will undertake internal audits to a defined schedule, maintaining standards of Food Safety, Health and Safety, Environmental Safety and Quality, and will be the point of contact for compliance visits to the site.

You will maintain the site QMS standards to maintain accreditation to the BRCGS accreditation, supported by the Group HSE & Compliance Manager and wider Group Functions.

You will maintain a philosophy of continuous improvement within all departments, working with the various departments on site to develop and deliver a learning framework across the business to support the QMS.

You will act as the sites lead competent person for health and safety as defined by the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, and as the sites immediate point of contact for all Accreditation and Compliance Audits/Visits.

You may be required to travel occasionally travel to the Head Office located in Preston or to other sites within the group.

Main Duties

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Assisting with implementation of new Quality Standards Assisting with Third Party Audits Assisting all site Quality related meetings i.e., Audit, Quality Management Review, HACCP review. Completion of customer-issued Quality Questionnaires Ensuring compliance with relevant environmental legislation where applicable. Management of Pest Control and the hygiene on site for Quality purposes. Management of instrument calibration (temperature measuring equipment). Monitoring customer service complaints Ensure a safe workplace environment across all sites without risk to health. Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated, and recommended improvements implemented. Coordinating and supporting QHSE meetings and ensure raised actions are reviewed, communicated, and effectively closed out. Preparing QHSE documentation and statistical reports by collating data for analysis; summarise information and review trends. Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments and lone working procedures are managed, and employees are aware of their responsibilities. Ensure all contractors RAMS, Insurance & H&S policies are up to date. Assisting on health & safety inspections, audits, and checks. Hold monthly depot meetings when required to report on relevant quality and health & safety matters. Liaise with suppliers i.e., Insurers, solicitors etc Overseeing that company QHSE systems and procedures are adhered to by all relevant stakeholders, To ensure that the required positive culture and standards are achieved.

Health & Safety

Promote and maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures. Take reasonable care of your own health and safety, as well as that of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions. Promptly report any hazards, unsafe practices, incidents, or near misses to your line manager or the Health & Safety team. Cooperate with management on all matters relating to health and safety, including attending mandatory training and following issued guidance or instructions. Use equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and as instructed to minimise risk. Participate in risk assessments and contribute to the identification and control of workplace hazards. Support a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety by actively engaging in health and safety initiatives and suggestions.

Job Requirements

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Essentials

Good knowledge of Microsoft programmes To always operate to company rules and requirements. Able to draft works instructions/Quality procedures. Enthusiastic and approachable Flexible in adapting to changing business needs and working additional hours if required. Awareness of BRC standards, particularly the Storage & Distribution Standard IOSH Qualification (H&S) Trained Internal Auditor Valid UK driving Licence

Desirable

Awareness of Quality Standards a distinct advantage Awareness of Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. NEBOSH certificate or equivalent

How to Apply

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