PE Global are currently recruiting for a Health & Safety Manager to join our client, a leading infrastructure contractor to be based in Cork.
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Manager to join our team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing health and safety programs to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and the management of a team of 7-8 safety officers and advisors.
Due to extensive growth over the last number of years, there is a requirement for an additional member to the HSQE team, a highly varied and challenging role providing invaluable exposure to the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
Policy Development and Implementation
Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures
Ensuring policies comply with local regulations
Risk Assessment and Management
Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards
Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and standards
Team Leadership
Ability to lead and motivate a team
Performance management and strong team delivery of objectives in line with company values
Training and Communication
Devise training programs for employees on HSQE practices
Ensure employees are aware of and understand safety protocols
Incident Management
Lead investigations into accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities
Regulatory Compliance
Staying up-to-date with health and safety regulations
Ensuring the organization complies with all relevant laws and standards
Client and Stakeholder Management
Liaise with the client and regulatory bodies on health, safety, and environmental matters
Provide regular updates and reports on safety performance and compliance metrics to senior leadership team
Key Competencies and Skills:
Proven experience as a Health and Safety Manager or in a similar role
Strong knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and best practices
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to lead and motivate a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and health and safety management software
Competent report writing skills for submission to Senior Leadership team
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field
Professional certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) is preferred
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