ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SAFETY SPECIALIST
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY | DUBLIN | PERMANENT
Our client based in Dublin is committed to growing its business throughout Ireland. They are searching for an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist with previous experience in the construction industry to join their team on a permanent basis.
This role will require travel to various construction sites in Dublin with some potential travel in Ireland and occasional visits to the UK for team meetings.
The role
Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, the new team member will take ownership of the health and safety and environmental functions for various construction sites, assisting the wider team on all phases of projects.
Responsibilities
* Promote a positive Health & Safety culture in the workplace, ensuring that all stakeholders comply with safety legislation in place
* Plan, develop, deliver and coordinate effective H&S training to all employees, temporary workers, contractors, and visitors to promote a strong H&S culture, including toolbox talks and monthly HSE meetings
* Participate in pre-tender submissions
* Monitor and review regular site performance through inspections and audits, including assessment of all Risk Assessments and Method Statements
* Assist with external audits and inspections
* Liaise with external stakeholders on behalf of the business at relevant external forums, attend industry dinners, functions, seminars etc., occasionally when required on behalf of the Company
* Collate assigned project End of Contract Environmental and Health & Safety documentation
* Attend interviews, working as part of the team in selecting new team members as the business grows
Requirements
* Degree level in Health & Safety qualification or a relevant equivalent qualification with experience in the field
* Minimum 4+ years' experience in a similar EHS role within the construction industry
* Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, standards and best practice in the construction industry in Ireland
* Knowledge and experience of Safety and Quality Management Systems
* Expert knowledge of Health & Safety statutory requirements, systems and processes
* Experience in risk management, site inspections and investigations including maintaining accurate records and drawing up reports/risk assessments for management with recommendations for corrective actions
* Full, clean driver’s license and ability to commute to various sites, on occasion for work commitments
* Safe Pass
* NEBOSH Construction
* Recognised First Aid at Work qualification
Interested?
Thank you for reading the above. If you wish to apply for the role, please send your CV via the link to Lisa in the Dublin North Branch in Swords for immediate consideration.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Project Management, Strategy/Planning, and Quality Assurance
* Industries: Construction and Civil Engineering
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