Health and Safety Advisor

OCS; Fingal; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Online Doctor Consultations

Contributory Pension

21 Days Annual Leave increasing to 26

Birthday leave after 1 year

Staff Benefits/Discount Programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and Development Opportunities

Free onsite Parking

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a proactive QHSE professional to provide health, safety, quality and environmental governance to frontline teams across multiple sites in Ireland. You will support PSDP/PSCS duties under SHWW and help implement frontline QHSE initiatives and audits.

You will oversee investigations, risk assessments and method statement communications, ensuring compliance with regulations. A strong self-starter with good communication is essential for success in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Qualified in Occupational Health & Safety with 4+ years in a similar role.
• Experience in construction and/or facilities management is beneficial.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance procedures and legislation interpretation.
• Proven ability to conduct investigations, audits, inspections and report findings.

Responsibilities

• Provide health, safety, quality and environmental compliance guidance to frontline teams.
• Provide PSDP/PSCS support on SHWW construction projects.
• Develop and implement frontline QHSE initiatives and activities.
• Carry out site QHSE audits and risk assessments and document findings.
• Advise on Method Statements and assist management in drafting communications.
• Conduct accident investigations and ensure remedial actions are implemented.
• Support and monitor the company’s QHSE management system and procedures.
• Advise on health, safety and environmental regulations affecting the company and its employees.

Skills

Health & safety knowledge

Audits & investigations

Communication skills

English fluency

MS Office proficiency

Autonomous working

Driver's license

Education

Occupational Health & Safety qualification

Job description

About The Role:

Will work as part of the facilities contract management team, on a large, semi state, multi-site contract. They will be responsible for providing health and safety support and governance to the front-line operational team, in the delivery of both facilities management and capital project delivery. The role will work as part of the QHSE Department and report directly into the Director of QHSE & Compliance.

Our benefits:

• Free Online Doctor Consultations via Web-doctor
• Competitive Salary
• Contributory Pension after qualifying period
• 21 Days Annual Leave increasing with service to 26 Days
• Additional Leave Day on your Birthday after 1 year service
• Staff Benefits/Discount Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Free onsite Parking

Key Responsibilities & Requirements:

Responsibilities

• Provide support and guidance on all matters pertaining to health, safety, quality and environmental compliance, to front line operational teams, across all business lines.
• Provide PSDP and PSCS related support to contracts where carried out under the SHWW Construction regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of QHSE front line initiatives and activities across all business lines.
• Carry out regular site QHSE audits and risk assessments and document the findings for management and implement necessary corrective actions.
• Advising / assisting front line management in drafting and communicating Method Statements.
• Carry out accident investigations and ensure remedial actions are put in place
• Facilitate the implementation, monitoring and review of the Company’s integrated QHSE management system and assist with the development and implementation of new company QHSE procedures.
• Advise front line management on health, safety and environmental regulations and directives which affect the company and its employees
• Provide QHSE support and advice to client companies where required.

Requirements

• Ideal candidate will hold a recognised qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, with 4 + years’ experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience working in construction and/or Facilities Management industries beneficial.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance procedures, publications and an ability to interpret relevant legislation.
• Proven ability to carry out effective investigations, audits, inspections and compile reports and recommendations as appropriate.
• High level of communication skills, including written, oral and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in the application of Microsoft office suite.
• Ambitious self-starter with the confidence and drive and take ownership of cross functional processes.
• Fluent in English.
• Flexibility required.
• Full clean driver’s license
• Positive, energetic and focused, with good organisational ability
• Experienced in working autonomously and within teams in fast-paced environment
• Committed to deliver value and new initiatives to the business
• Committed to one’s own personal and professional development

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.