A Limerick based recycling company is currently recruiting for a Health and Safety Officer to oversee the health & safety and compliance function.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the compliance with all necessary processes / procedures within the company.
This position reports to the General Manager.
Responsibilities will include Ensuring compliance with EHS conditions as set out in the companies licences / permits.
Liaising with Local Authorities / EPA.
Advising & assisting site management in drafting and communicating Method Statements, Safe Plans of Action and Tool Box Talks.
Ensure incidents/accidents are reported, recorded and investigated and that suitable notification is given to the Directors, Health & Safety Authority and Insurers as required Producing weekly and monthly compliance reports and any other required reports.
Ensuring all staff are properly trained and developing a training matrix.
Liaising with and booking external training as required.
Communicating with staff / management on safety matters.
Reviewing and continuously improving the companies safety policies / risk assessments.
Supporting Management with clear efficient communications Keeping records in order.
Specific Knowledge Requirements & Qualifications Experience in Health and Safety & Compliance.
3rd level qualification in a related field is beneficial.
Competent with interacting with local and national regulatory bodies.
Experience in ISO & 45001 beneficial.
Personal Excellent Communication (Both oral & written) and Interpersonal Skills.
Can work under pressure with excellent time management.
Proficient PC user with excellent administration skills Diligent and detail oriented with ability to problem solve.
Dependable and trustworthy.
Team player outstanding work ethic and natural initiative to improve own work and company processes to drive results.
Skills: Accident Investigation Health & Safety Environmental Compliance compliance toolbox talks incident reporting Benefits: Medical Aid / Health Care Pension Fund On Site Parking Sick Pay