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Aughinish Alumina Ltd is the largest Alumina Refinery in Europe. It also supplies low carbon power to approximately 200,000 households in Ireland. We employ 475 people across a variety of departments, roles and disciplines. Aughinish has a long-established history in the locality and have three generations of family working across our site. We have an ethos of continuous improvement and invest widely in our people to deliver on this objective. Aughinish is operating in Ireland for over 40 years successfully trading on the global alumina market. We are recognised as being in the top 5% most energy efficient alumina refineries of the world. Aughinish Alumina is certified to the ISO 45001 standard.
The Role
* The Safety Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of best practice health and safety programmes which comply with current legislation.
* Ensure that safety standards, policies, procedures are maintained and comply with safety legislation and the Safety Management System.
* Provide guidance to staff and management on safety legislation and the interpretation of the companys rules, regulations, policies and procedures to ensure a high standard of safety is consistently met.
* Support the plant in any risk assessment process leading to the implementation of the hierarchy of controls to eliminate / minimise risks to people.
* Support accident / incident investigations and the close out of hazards.
* Maintain a safe place of work through sampling, monitoring and auditing.
* Carry out safety inductions, safety training and regular auditing of the Safety Management System.
* Liaise with the HSA and other safety organisations.
Candidate
The ideal candidate will have at least five years' experience in a similar role. They will be a highly motivated individual who can work on their own initiative with;
* A recognised qualification in Health & Safety (Preferably NVQ Level 7 or above)
* Familiarity with ISO 45001 Safety Management Standard
* Proven experience working in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
* Practical knowledge of chemical risk assessment and control.
* Familiarity with Legionella control and water safety management.
* Experience in occupational hygiene monitoring (dust, noise, chemical, vibration etc.).
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What We Offer
Excellent benefits package reflects our leading edge standing and includes:
* Competitive salary and holiday benefits
* Excellent pension
* Family health insurance (VHI)
* Sports and social club with onsite gym
* Comprehensive training, upskilling and educational supports
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Aughinish Alumina is an equal opportunities employer.
Benefits
Medical Aid / Health Care Pension Gym Sports & Social Club
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Construction
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