Occupational Hygienist

As our Occupational Hygienist, you will work in a range of settings, including operational sites, offices and building sites. You'll need to understand how chemical, physical, biological and ergonomic agents can affect the health of the workforce and, in turn, the health of the business.

You'll be concerned with controlling workplace health risks in practical and cost-effective ways by assessing and resolving practical problems. This will involve looking at the short and long-term health effects caused by both acute and chronic exposure to hazards and helping to respond effectively to legislative requirements.

You will often work as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes other health and safety professionals.

What you'll do 

As an Occupational Hygienist, you will:

• follow and stay up to date with relevant safety legislation and guidelines set by the government and professional bodies such as the British Occupational Hygiene Society
• undertake surveys and evaluate risks to health in the workplace
• accurately measure and sample levels of exposure, often through precise use of specialist equipment
• record facts or details of procedures, processes and tasks in the workplace
• eliminate or significantly reduce risk by making organisational changes, and selecting and supporting design change in relevant facilities
• consider all options of control, such as containment, local exhaust ventilation and personal protective equipment, and find cost-effective solutions
• develop relationships with a range of people, including employees, managers and business leaders
• conduct research, compile data, write reports and present findings to employees, managers and business leaders
• provide clear and accurate information and advice on complex health and safety issues
• make sure projects are delivered on time and to budget
• train staff on health issues such as asbestos and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations awareness
• persuade company management to develop effective hazard controls when required
• investigate health complaints in the workplace
• liaise with regulatory bodies such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
• keep up to date with current legislation, standards, guidelines and technical developments within your field of expertise.

What you'll need 

We are looking for:

• BOHS Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene (CertOH)
• Diploma of Professional Competence in Occupational Hygiene (desirable)
• the ability to apply the underlying principles of occupational hygiene to the workplace
• excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of the workforce and senior managers
• excellent written and report writing skills
• curiosity and questioning skills
• analytical skills and attention to detail
• problem-solving skills and the ability to operate effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines
• negotiating skills and the ability to persuade and motivate others in order to achieve results and initiate action
• operational decision-making skills
• project management and organisational skills
• an understanding of practical conditions in industry and the ability to apply workable solutions
• the ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet health objectives
• self-motivation and the ability to use your initiative
• technical and IT skills for using specialist equipment
• a flexible approach to work and working hours
• an interest in, and understanding of, UK Health and Safety requirements
• a commitment to continuing professional development
• a full UK Driving licence.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. 

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.