Ella West

Experience

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  InterAction of Bath Ltd

  Jul 2006 - Jan 2007

  Ergonomist
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  Posturite Ltd

  Jan 2007 - Feb 2009

  Ergonomist
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  BlackBerry

  Jan 2009 - May 2013

  BlackBerryResponsibilities/experiencesRunning the EMEA in-house ergonomics program - includes training and assessments.Running the EMEA healthy workplace program, organising wellness initiatives such as physical activity and health eating programsConducting generalist health and safety responsibilities across EMEA region including risk assessments, arranging fire marshal, first aid and manual material handling training. Health & safety and ergonomics induction for all new UK employeesRunning the organisational health program for the EMEA region which includes general case management and safe return to work processes.2007 - 2009 - Consultant Ergonomist, Posturite UK Ltd. Responsibilities/experiencesConducting in-depth DSE assessments and recommending improvements for individuals with musculoskeletal injuries exacerbated by their work environmentDelivering DSE & advanced DSE assessor courses nation wideConducting DSE use and workplace health presentations at seminars and health and safety awareness days, held by various organisations or at promotional days organised by Posturite.Ergonomic audits of different work environments/job tasks including ticket packing offices, multi screen control rooms and water meter readers, in order to highlight areas of concern and make recommendations for improvements. 2006 - 2007 - Consultant Ergonomist, InterAction of Bath.Responsibilities included conducting in-depth DSE assessments and ergonomic audits of different work environments.2004 - 2005 - Assistant Ergonomist, one year DPS placement at FIRA International. Responsibilities included:Ergonomically assessing a wide range of furniture products, from office chairs and workstation accessories to pushchairs and garden furniture.Assessing furniture products in line with current British Standards Show less

  • Health & Wellness Specialist EMEA (Benefits & Compensation)

    Feb 2009 - May 2013

  • Health and Wellness Specialist

    Jan 2009 - May 2013
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  Arqiva

  Jun 2013 - now

  Arqiva Wellbeing Lead