The Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public sector institution that promotes and develops the research, innovation, and biosanitary teaching of the Vall d'Hebron University Hospital. Through the excellence of our research, we identify problems of society and we contribute to spread them around the world. In April 2015, the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) obtained the recognition of the European Commission HR Excellence. This recognition proves that VHIR endorses the general principles of the European Charter for Researchers and a Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter & Code). VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity.
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Health & Safety Specialist Occupational/Labour Prevention Unit - Vall d'Hebron University Hospital Campus - VHIR
The Occupational/Labour Prevention Unit is looking to hire a Health & Safety Specialist to provide technical support in planning and carrying out the preventive activities necessary to ensure adequate protection of workers' health and safety, including hygiene, ergonomics, and psychosocial measures.
JOB DESCRIPTION Education and qualifications: Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in sciences (chemistry) or biosciences (biology, microbiology)Advanced vocational training in Occupational Risk Prevention (ORP), occupational safety specialties, industrial hygiene and ergonomics, and psycho-sociologyMS Office (Word and Excel) medium-high level Desired:
Training in ORP in biomedical research laboratoriesAccredited technician in self-protection planningEnglish language (intermediate)Catalan language (level C1) Experience and knowledge: Required:
Minimum experience of 2 years in a similar position within biomedical research laboratories Desired:
Knowledge of ORP and environmental management systems Main responsibilities and duties: Carry out risk assessments from workplaces and periodic control of working conditions in order to identify areas for improvement and propose preventive measuresSupport in the elaboration, update and implementation of the self-protection plans of the VHIR and VHIO centres, according to current regulations, to effectively address actions in case of emergencyCollaborate in the implementation, planning and realization of drillsReport on the risks detected in terms of safety, hygiene, ergonomics and/or psychosociology. Propose planning of the necessary preventive action neededAdvise on training and information plans for staff, including the detection of needs and the establishment of evaluation systems and monitoring measuresReview the investigations of work accidents in order to objectify their causes and propose corrective measures to avoid repetitionCarry out general training and information tasks at all levels related to ORPGive advice and technical assistance for the consultation, communication and participation of workersCarry out tasks in relation to the CAE with external companiesAny other related functions or tasks assigned by the Head of Unit
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