SHP IOSH Awards 2008
The entries have all been submitted and the shortlist has been announced for the industry’s highest profile event, the SHP IOSH Awards. Demonstrating our integral role and commitment to investing in the future of the industry, Hays Health & Safety, the leading recruiter for health and safety jobs, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the New Entrant of the Year category.
Achievement of New Entrants to health and safety jobs
All entrants for the New Entrant of the Year category must have started their career in the sector after January 2006 and should be able to demonstrate commitment to the profession and exceptional achievement in their health and safety roles. Finalists in this prestigious category are:
- Frank Carrano, health and safety presenter, Accident Safety Awareness Presentations
- Joanne Doherty, designated safety advisor, Clancy Docwra
- Chris Hall, trainee health and safety advisor, Skanska
- Matthew Hall, health and safety advisor, Marine Biological Association
- Martin McDonough, health and safety manager, Galldris Construction Limited
The 2007 winner was Helen Wilson of Morrison Utilities, who was selected because of her enthusiasm and her demonstrable commitment to the profession. The prestigious panel of judges making the difficult decision this year include: IOSH president, Ray Hurst; head of health and safety for the Olympic Delivery Authority, Lawrence Waterman; NEBOSH chief executive, Teresa Budworth, former HSE director-general, David Eves; Hugh Robertson, senior policy officer at the TUC; and head of research and technical services at IOSH, Dr Luise Vassie.
Future talent of health and safety jobs
Aine Flood, senior manager of Hays Health & Safety, comments: “This is the first year that we have sponsored the SHP IOSH Awards and we are delighted to sponsor a category that recognises the valuable contribution of newcomers to the industry. It is essential that the industry supports those people who are just starting out in their career, bringing with them plenty of fresh ideas, talent and enthusiasm. Good luck to everybody who has been shortlisted and I look forward to meeting some of you on the night.’’
The final results will be revealed at a glittering awards ceremony on Wednesday 8th October at the Park Lane Hilton, London and will be hosted by a well-known TV personality who is yet to be revealed.
Find out more about the SHP IOSH Awards.
For the latest health and safety jobs contact Aine Flood on 020 7259 8724.
