Health & Safety Officer - Construction Contractor - Dublin
Office/Project Location: Dublin
Employment Type: Permanent
Work Location: Site based
Pay: €45K-€55K
Experience: 2+years
Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required
Our client is a well-established contractor with a proven track record in the successful completion of a wide variety of projects.
They are seeking a Health & Safety Officer to join their expanding team to oversee residential & mixed use commerical construction project sites in Dublin
The successful candidate will have the ability to work both independently and within a team, have strong communication skills, and have strong leadership qualities.
For an ambitious candidate this is an ideal opportunity for career development in a growing organisation.
Provide support & advice to colleagues, subcontractor personnel and other third parties.
Ensure all H&S policies are fully implemented on site.
Check to ensure detailed methodologies are in place to cover all works and to include risk assessments and method statements.
Ensure the delivery of health and safety inductions for all new employees, check all relevant training is in place and recorded on site.
Preparation of site paperwork including Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments, Inductions and Toolbox Talks
Conduct regular inspections as directed in the Safety Management system.
Communicate to site management in order to close out issues
Carrying out formal site inspections and audits and conduct regular reviews on any corrective action identified.
Promote continuous improvement.
Deliver Toolbox talks. Consult with staff on RAMS briefings, lessons learned from audits or investigations, inform staff on permitting requirements and any other H&S information requirements.
Compiling, updating and communication of site Emergency Plans
Ensure proper reporting of all accidents, incidents and near misses on site and assist with the investigation and implementation of corrective action to close out on same.
Collecting and collating relevant information for inclusion in the Safety File and preparing for handover to the Client at the end of the project.
Provide a proactive approach to problem solving and to the various aspects of day-to-day health, safety and environmental management.
Requirements
A relevant recognised EHS qualification
2+ years' experience in construction safety
Excellent organisational skills to include report writing and records maintenance.
Excellent reporting skills and proficiency in Word, Excel and reporting software
Excellent interpersonal and report writing skills
Knowledge of Irish health and safety legislation
Ability to work well in a team
Flexible to travel to sites based in Dublin
Clean Drivers License
Package
Competitive Salary Package dependent on candidates experience,