TALKING SHOP

ANG GRAY

MICHAEL EDWARDSMI

Signifi cant demographic shifts are our main challenge. We no longer distinguish between what were traditionally ‘male’ or ‘female’ roles. What about age profi les and the variation in risk perception this brings, not to mention the extremes we have regarding duty of care? We have migrant workers playing a big part in our business economy, bringing issues with language and differences in values, beliefs and attitudes towards OSH. We must also consider agency or temporary labour, home-working, fl exible working and zero hours. And what about generational attitudes to company loyalty? People are much more likely now to ‘job hop’ in search of positions which better meet their personal values. re er oles. ation tion are? art ust r,

Technology and demographics will both contribute to an organisation’s sustainable development, but if you don’t consider the overall strategy behind investment in human capital, there will be no long-term gain. Our workforce is our most important resource; without investing in their future, an organisation will ultimately fail. Robust investment in health and safety will lead to workers that live longer, enjoy a better quality of life, commit to an organisation and ultimately be more productive. There is a strong relationship between investing in training and education and

economic growth. With skills and knowledge,

human capital can help boost the economy and provide for the future. THE ONES TO WATCH Tech cont deve overa capit work with will u and s enjoy an or more rel

RYAN EXLEY We now live in a technological age, and advancements come quicker than buying an ice cream. How will that benefi t the world of work in the future? Safety is already evolving. We now have drones, so surveyors no longer need to work at height – the drone does all the work for them. Another amazing development benefi ting the safety industry is virtual reality. Training no longer needs to be done on PowerPoint: workers can now see and smell real working situations to put their understanding to the test. Where will we be in two years? Will we have drones with the ability to fi x equipment or change lightbulbs? I don’t know, but I’m excited at the prospect. JO FRAPE Employers are seeing changes in working patterns that are bringing new risks to workers. With new advances in technologies, global fi nancial crises and other events affecting the world of work, employers are turning to restructuring the organisations along with downsizing, subcontracting and even outsourcing, making it much harder for workers to have a healthy work/life balance, and often increasing work-related stress and other forms of mental ill health. Computers were supposed to reduce workloads and make working life easier. But in reality, people work longer and need to be switched on for 24 hours a day. With advances in technology every day, do we understand the effects they will have on safety and health in the next fi ve years? Four IOSH content developers discuss technology, demographics, working patterns and sustainability: hot topics analysed in recent ILO report Safety and health at the heart of the future of work . Read the full report at bit.ly/ILO-future-of-work

Head of Health & Safety | London | £Competitive

We’ve been exclusively engaged by a globally recognised sports brand searching for a Head of Health and Safety. Based in London, this is a truly exciting and varied role where you’ll be working in a fast moving, lively environment.

Along with providing health and safety advice across various property types, you’ll be tasked with developing and delivering the H&S strategy, policies and procedures to take overall responsibility for H&S compliance across the organisation. You’ll lead, manage and develop a small team of H&S professionals to help you achieve this. You must have an in-depth understanding of current legislation and best practice as well as great commercial awareness and the ability to form valuable working relationships.

To be successful, you’ll need to hold a level 6 H&S qualification, such as the NEBOSH or NCRQ Diploma, and ideally be a Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH). A background in property, leisure or facilities is essential. You’ll have a naturally engaging, enthusiastic and dynamic approach, with the ability to influence others, including senior stakeholders and internal colleagues, and enjoy developing talent within your team.

Please get in touch to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

FOR A CONFIDENTIAL DISCUSSION CONTACT LIAM SQUIRES LIAM.SQUIRES@SHIRLEYPARSONS.COM 01296 611329 REF: LSQ 14654

PERMANENT

QHSE Manager

UK wide plus Middle East travel up to £55,000

A leading manufacturer and supplier to the global energy industry is seeking an experienced QHSE Manager to ensure continued accreditation to a range of ISO standards and to lead a team of Quality Engineers and Inspectors. You’ll need strong planning skills plus a background in petrochem or oil & gas.

JOB OF THE MONTH

CDM Consultant

Essex up to £55,000

We’re working with a leading independent consultancy within the property, infrastructure and construction industry who is seeking an experienced CDM/H&S Consultant to be based on their client’s site. You’ll hold the NEBOSH Construction Certificate and ideally be a member of IMaPS.

To apply, please quote EB 14713 To apply, please quote ST 14709

Liam Squires Lead Consultant at Shirley Parsons UK

CONTRACT

CDM Consultant

Kent up to £320 per day

A construction consultancy is seeking a CDM Consultant/Principal Designer to support their wide and varied client base. You’ll need previous CDM 2015 experience gained from a variety of projects, including demolition and large scale construction. NEBOSH Construction Certificate / CMaPS is desirable.

To apply, please quote SD 14616

Behaviour changed.

Behaviour-Based Safety isn’t about checklists, audits and more rules.

It’s about creating a culture of care where leaders actively take an interest, employees keep an eye out for each other, and everyone goes home without harm, every day.

Our online ,26+&HUWLĆFDWHLQ%HKDYLRXUDO6DIHW\/HDGHUVKLS is packed with ground-breaking ideas, concepts, tools and techniques. Completed at your own pace, in as little as four hours, it will drive a new standard for safety in your organization.

%HKDYLRXU3OXV Human & Operational Performance, Goal Setting, Habits & Rituals, ABC Analysis, Leadership, Culture and more

)RU(YHU\RQH Open to all supervisors, managers, leaders and OSH practitioners. There’s no pre-entry requirements

+DVVOH)UHH Quickly empower managers and leaders to take a proactive role in ‘setting the tone from the top’ )OH[LEOH/HDUQLQJ Start, pause and continue at a pace that suits you. Your progress is securely saved at all times

/LIHWLPH5HVRXUFHV Access materials at any time, even after you’ve completed and graduated from the course

15% 2))

Quote the code IOSH2020 to enjoy a GLVFRXQW and get your ,26+&HUWLĆFDWHLQ%HKDYLRXUDO6DIHW\/HDGHUVKLS for just £199

Course created by Professor Andrew Sharman