Dougie Smith
Senior she Manager @SSE plc
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WORK HISTORY
Senior she Manager @SSE plc
Glasgow, GB
Reporting to SSE Energy Solutions Head of SHE.Lead a Team of Two SHE Managers and Two SHE AdvisorsIdentify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in HSQE processes and systems.Regularly review industry updates, legislative changes, and best practices to ensure the company remains compliant and competitive.Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to embed HSQE excellence into all aspects of the business.Prepare and present detailed HSQE performance reports for SLT meetings and RISQS audits.Act as the main point of contact for external stakeholders, including Network Rail, RISQS auditors, regulatory bodies, and clients.Communicate HSQE updates, risks, and achievements effectively to staff, clients, and senior management.Maintenance of ISO certifications (45001, 9001, 14001) with positive audit outcomes.Reduction in incident rates and improvement in near-miss reporting.Timely submission of all mandatory reports (e.g, RIDDOR, environmental performance).Key Skills and Competencies:• Leadership: Ability to lead and influence teams to foster a culture of HSQE excellence.• Attention to Detail: Ensures all systems and documentation meet compliance standards.• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset to investigate incidents and implement effective corrective actions.• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise with staff, clients, and regulatory bodies effectively.• Organisation: Excellent planning and prioritisation skills, managing multiple projects and audits simultaneously
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ABOUT DOUGIE SMITH
I began my work career in the field of Construction Project Management, working on a wide variety of Building and Civil Engineering projects.In 1990, I was seconded to my then employers’ safety department for 6 months, which was extended to 12, eventually Health and Safety becoming my new career. Joining the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) as an Affiliate Member and completing the NEBOSH General Certificate and Diploma laid the foundation to what has and still remains a very rewarding career. Many changes have occurred over this time with Environment and Quality being added to various roles that I held and still hold. Having achieved Full Member status of IOSH I then applied for and was admitted to the Register of Safety Practitioners.(RSP)I was awarded the new Chartered Status of IOSH in November 2005, this was automatic with being an RSPMy Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality experience has been wide and varied, I have been responsible for an Open Cast Mine, Rail Infrastructure projects, Marine & Civils Works, Road Building including Structures, Steel & Concrete Framed Buildings and Housebuilding.My current role within the Electrical Generation and Supply industry involves provision of Safety, Health and Environmental advice, including advice for legal compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. My experience has allowed me to deliver on the following with various employers that I have had the pleasure to work with. Writing and Implementing Safety Policies and Management Systems, with maintenance of those systems to the ISO standards 9001, 14001 and 45001.Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders such as ISO Certification bodies and Contractors.Managing Internal Audit programmes, executing Audits, and providing Assurance to the organisation.Designing and delivering internal Safety, Health and Environmental training Programmes, which include for behaviour-based programmes. Principal Accident Investigator, including the use of Root Cause techniques and Just & Fair culture being used as a foundation for Investigations.Putting something back into Industry and the community is important to me, and my volunteering experience has been as follows.IOSH Northeast Scotland Branch saw me hold office as Branch Vice Chair, prior to this I was Communication Coordinator.I currently sit on the Board of a Charity within the Health and Social Care Sector. I have held the additional position of Chair since August 2023.
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