Location: Czech Republic, Prague/Zdiby

VF Corporation is looking for an exceptional Health and Safety Specialist. This position is based in our distribution centre in Prague/Zdiby, Czech Republic

VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling.

Let’s Talk about the Role

As our Health and Safety Specialist, your primary responsibility is to make sure all our associates are safe, and VF complies with all local and VF corporate regulations.

How You Will Make a Difference

Leading the Fulfilment Centre in Behavioural Safety
Ensuring our operations and non-operational teams are engaged and contributing to the site Health, Safety, Wellbeing and Environmental Objectives
Contributing to site Reward and Recognition through actively promoting and rewarding compliance and excellence in Safety, Health and Environment
Maintaining Risk Assessments
Monitoring and maintaining required safety checks in line with maintenance and safety calendar
Recording and maintaining the documentation of accidents and incidents through the site’s recording methods
Ensure the required number of First Aiders and Fire Marshals to site personnel is delivered and maintained
Working alongside the site operations team to embed Pre-shift and Post-shift checks of machinery and equipment to ensure that the condition and function of the site equipment is managed and maintained

Skills for Success

You should be someone who has proven experience working in Health and Safety within a retail, merchandise, production or warehouse environment with:

Experience in embedding a strong employee led safety culture and safety management systems, focussed on associates and customers
Experience in managing relationships for both internal and external teams
The ability to communicate clearly in both verbal and written formats across all levels of the H&S function and can present information and proposals in a professional, structured and persuasive way, eliminating ambiguity
Knowledge of HS and FP legislation for the Czech Republic
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
OZO certification
Good English communication skills – level B2 or higher

What’s in it For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package:

A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
Free secure onsite parking and discounts with local public transport

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!

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