Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
We are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of our organization's health and safety management system. This is a full-time permanent position in Cork.
1. The successful candidate will design, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies, procedures, and management systems tailored to the specific needs of our operations.
2. S/he will ensure full compliance with all applicable Health and Safety Authority (HSA) regulations and standards.
3. The ideal candidate will identify and recommend process improvements to mitigate risks and minimize environmental impacts.
4. S/he will lead and coordinate risk assessments, process safety evaluations, and hazard identification initiatives across all areas of the business.
5. The appointed individual will manage internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance monitoring programmes, including the development and rollout of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
6. This role involves overseeing health and safety compliance across all company locations, including both in-house operations and outsourced sites.
7. The incumbent will lead thorough investigations into incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring root causes are identified and effective corrective actions are implemented.
8. S/he will provide expert support, coaching, and training to leadership and frontline teams on all aspects of health and safety.
9. The primary liaison with regulatory authorities, external auditors, and third-party stakeholders on health and safety matters.
10. This role involves planning and executing strategic health and safety improvement projects to drive long-term risk reduction and operational excellence.
Key Requirements:
1. Degree level in Health & Safety & Welfare at Work and previous experience in a compliance capacity a distinct advantage.
2. In-depth knowledge of HSA, safety, chemical, and process safety legislation and standards.
3. 5+ yrs of experience in a health and safety management role preferably within chemical manufacturing or process industries.
4. Previous experience delivering ISO 45001 & 14001 essential.
5. Demonstrated experience in risk management, process safety, and incident investigation methodologies.
6. Strong IT Skills with a working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, with proficiency of creating pivot tables, formulas, etc in MS Excel and Company databases.