Health and Safety Advisor

PE Global (UK); Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Advisor to enhance safety standards across various construction projects in Dublin. This pivotal role involves providing expert advice, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering a culture of safety within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and at least three years of experience in the construction sector, demonstrating strong communication skills and a keen attention to detail. Join a forward-thinking team committed to achieving zero tolerance for health and safety incidents and making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction experience with a strong understanding of health and safety.
• Relevant degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the Group Safety Management System effectively.
• Monitor safety procedures and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Provide health & safety performance reports to relevant managers.

Skills

Health and Safety Regulations

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Risk Assessment

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Diploma in related field

Job description

PE Global are delighted to be working with our client, a leading tier 1 Building and Fit Out Contractor, and we are looking for an experienced Health and Safety Advisor for a range of projects in the Dublin region.

Description:

The Health and Safety Advisor will provide the local advice and support necessary to assist managers and staff to fulfil their safety responsibilities to the high standards demanded by the Business. The HSEAdvisor will play a key role in helping everyone to achieve zero tolerance to Health and Safety incidents and occurrences.

Responsibilities:

• To maintain close working relationship with the business teams to provide active assistance and advise to ensure the effective implementation of the Group Safety Management System.
• To participate in the appointment of competent persons to undertake key safety roles and work closely with managers and trainers to ensure their training needs are identified and provided.
• To ensure risk assessment processes and systems are established for ensuring production, approval, communication, implementation and monitoring
• To monitor for effectiveness, the procedures for the management of lifting operations, temporary works, inductions, fire and emergencies, permits and other bespoke procedures required for the safety execution of the works.
• To participate in setting up and maintaining safety committees.
• To ensure risks to third parties / other contractors are understood and actioned.
• To contribute ideas to the team for the continued developed of the Group wide Safety Management System.
• To maintain an up to date knowledge of all health and safety matters relevant to the works and liaise with appropriate safety managers, safety organisations and trade associations.
• To ensure that accident and incident investigation is properly carried out to identify both immediate and underlying causes, actions to prevent recurrence and a robust defence of claims.
• To provide reports on health & safety performance to the relevant managers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels within the construction industry community.
• Maintain professional and close working relationship with directors, operation managers, project managers and project management teams.
• Promote Group health and safety abilities to staff and customers.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• 3+ years construction experience.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations and practices.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.