Safety Consultant

Primary Consultancy Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth audits of customer machinery to assess compliance according to EN ISO12100, EN ISO13489 and subordinated standards.
• Perform detailed hazard identification and risk assessment across various phases of a machine’s lifecycle, including design, installation, operation, and decommissioning.
• Develop actionable, cost-effective remediation plans aligned with EU Directives and International Standards, ensuring operational efficiency without compromising safety.
• Prepare comprehensive reports that clearly articulate findings, assessments, and recommendations, adhering to Omron's documentation and quality standards.
• Act as a trusted advisor, building relationships with customers to understand their unique challenges and safety requirements.
• Proactively identify opportunities for engagement, either independently or in collaboration with the Omron sales team, to drive consultancy service adoption.
• Support the generation of well-structured Safety Service proposals, leveraging established methodologies, tools, and pricing frameworks.
• Contribute to Omron’s Quality Assurance (QA) initiatives, supporting both local and European compliance frameworks when needed.

Secondary Local Project Management Responsibilities

• Take ownership of safety remediation projects, coordinating efforts across all stakeholders, including customers, system integrators, and internal teams.
• Ensure project milestones are met by maintaining clear communication, addressing challenges promptly, and fostering collaboration.
• Review and validate safety designs, ensuring they meet risk assessment requirements and comply with local and European regulations.
• Oversee the installation and validation phases of remediation projects, ensuring quality and compliance with agreed safety standards.
• Prepare or verify detailed Safety Requirement Specifications (SRS) and validate design documentation, including mechanical guarding and safety control systems.
• Provide training or guidance to stakeholders as necessary to support project success and compliance.

Broader Organisational Impact

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Educational requirements

• Bachelor or University degree / Technician Training with 10 years industrial experience.
• Professional Safety certification (eg TUV) or in preparation to attain such status

Experience requirements

• Work experience in consulting projects for machinery safety
• Work experience and knowledge of applicable EU Directives and industrial machinery safety standards (EN, ISO, etc.)
• Electrical / controls background associated with industrial machinery
• Experience and knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic concepts
• Experience in applying and documenting application standards for a variety of manufacturing machinery
• Experience in conducting training and presenting in customer meetings
• Project Management experience.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to convert identifiable needs into solutions
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, customers, and authorities

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