EHS Officer – Waterford

Weltec Engineering Ltd.; Waterford; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Weltec Engineering Ltd. in Waterford invites an experienced EHS Officer to join our team and help ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations across projects in the Waterford region.

You will work closely with the EHS Manager/Site Project Manager to implement best practices and foster a safety-focused culture. The role includes developing method statements, conducting audits and investigations, delivering toolbox talks, and providing guidance on site-specific EHS

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of proven experience as an EHS Officer.
• Experience in construction environments preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001.
• Strong stakeholder relationship skills.
• Proactive and customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to ensure project compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations.
• Develop Method Statements and Risk Assessments in coordination with supervisors/foremen.
• Conduct EHS audits and Accident/Incident investigations, implementing corrective and preventive measures.
• Provide guidance to Project Management on site-specific EHS best practices.
• Plan and deliver training sessions, including Toolbox Talks.
• Report on EHS performance metrics as required.
• Actively promote and enforce company EHS policies and procedures.
• Provide support to the EHS department and collaborate with fellow EHS Officers as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Training delivery

Education

Level 7/8 Health and Safety qualification

Job description

Company Information and Introduction:

We are currently seeking an experienced EHS Officer to join our team and contribute to our projects in the Waterford region.

The EHS Officer will collaborate closely with the EHS Manager/Site Project Manager to ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations throughout project execution. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact by implementing best practices, conducting audits, and fostering a culture of safety excellence.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Collaborate with clients to ensure project compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations.
• Develop Method Statements and Risk Assessments in coordination with supervisors/foremen.
• Conduct EHS audits and Accident/Incident investigations, implementing corrective and preventive measures.
• Provide guidance to Project Management on site-specific EHS best practices.
• Plan and deliver training sessions, including Toolbox Talks, to promote a safety-oriented culture.
• Report on EHS performance metrics as required.
• Actively promote and enforce company EHS policies and procedures.
• Provide support to the EHS department and collaborate with fellow EHS Officers as needed.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• A Level 7 or level 8 qualification in Health and Safety is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of proven experience as an EHS Officer, preferably in a construction environment.
• Experience in Principal Contractor and PSCS roles would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with high-compliance environments such as Pharma, Med/Tech, or similar industries.
• Knowledge of Integrated Management Systems, including ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with project stakeholders.
• Proactive mindset with a customer-focused approach.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Word and Excel.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a dynamic company.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment fostering continuous learning and innovation.