Health & Safety Officer

Location Dublin
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Dermot Doherty

Contact email: dermot.doherty@elitetalenthub.ie
Job ref: 36734
Published: 7 days ago

Our client are a large scale Civil Engineering Contractor who are currently working on a number of Residential projects in Dublin currently. They are now on the lookout for candidates to work on a Residential project in Dublin.

My client have a large pipeline of work in the region and offer excellent pathways for progression internally.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform regular site audits, both formal and informal, and conduct necessary inspections as outlined in the Safety Management System and relevant legislation.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of statutory inspections for all activities and equipment.
  • Communicate with site supervisors about deficiencies, needed improvements, and report findings to the EHS manager.
  • Investigate incidents and accidents, recording them in the HSMS.
  • Assist with site inspections by the Health & Safety Authority as needed.
  • Conduct Health & Safety inductions for new employees and contractors on site.
  • Manage and recommend Personal Protection Equipment requirements.
  • Represent the site at H&S-related weekly meetings and take minutes.
  • Organize and lead Safety Meetings for contractors and sub-contractors.
  • Ensure availability and review of sub-contractor safety statements, relevant documents, and Method statements on site, providing assistance as needed.
  • Assist Site Management in drafting and communicating RAMS.
  • Compile, update, and communicate site Emergency Plans.
  • Liaise with main contractors and their site safety teams.
  • Attend departmental meetings.

Key Skills:

  • Recognized EHS Qualification.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience.
  • Previous experience with Civil Contractors on construction sites is highly advantageous.
  • Ability to multi-task across various sites.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Valid Irish driver’s license.
  • Valid SAFE PASS and Manual handling certificates.
  • Valid working permit.
  • Team player with strong collaborative skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

 

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