Ayrton Group are seeking a Junior Health and Safety Advisor working on an Educational extension construction project based in Letterkenny.
This is maternity leave cover starting in Mid October,
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting regular, formal site audits and carrying out inspections as directed in the Safety Management System.
* Ensuring that a record of statutory inspections is kept for all activities and plant equipment.
* Assisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements.
* Reviewing existing policies and measures and updating according to legislation.
* Inspecting premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment).
* Performing incident reporting and near misses and follow up actions, identifying root causes, and implementing changes to prevent reoccurrences.
* Reviewing subcontractor Safety Statements and Safety Compliance.
* Reviewing Safe Work Plans for the tasks on site.
* Managing Health & Safety paperwork on-site.
* Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employees.
* Delivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors.
* Delivering Toolbox Talks as required.
Key Requirements:
* Minimum of a Level 7 qualification in Health and Safety, or similar, is required.
* Minimum of 1 year of experience in an on-site Safety position is preferred.
* Construction experience required.
* Experience with chemical waste would be beneficial.
* 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.