We have an immediate requirement for a Health and Safety Officer working on a construction project in the Waterford region.

This is an initial 10 month contract with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities:

• Management of Safety Management system on-site.
• Management of health and safety employees.
• Overseeing subcontractors on-site.
• Conducting regular site audits/inspections to ensure health and safety compliance to Company and Client procedures/rules.
• Coordination of weekly health and safety meetings.
• Advising and instructing on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.).
• Reviewing existing policies and measures and updating according to legislation.
• Assisting in the initiation and organization of health and safety training of employees and executives.
• Inspecting premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment).
• Managing, developing, and maintaining incident reporting and near misses and follow up actions, identifying root causes and implementing changes to prevent reoccurrences.
• Preparing reports on occurrences and providing statistical information to upper management.
• Weekly/monthly reporting to client and site management.

Requirements:

• 5+ years work experience in Health and Safety required.
• Minimum of a recognised Diploma in Health and Safety.
• Experience in Construction for Pharmaceutical projects is required.
• Experience with civils and groundworks is preferred.
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling required.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be innovative.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• You must be legally permitted to live and work in Ireland.