Health and Safety Manager

PE Global (UK); Fermoy; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Health & Safety Manager for a permanent position in Fermoy, Ireland. The role involves coordinating health and safety activities, ensuring compliance with standards, managing risk assessments, and supporting teams in safety procedures. Candidates should hold a minimum NQF Level 7 qualification in Health and Safety and possess over 5 years of experience in a relevant role. This is an excellent opportunity to lead safety initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a Health and Safety role.
• Capable of developing health and safety roles within management structures.
• Experience with Environmental or Sustainability management.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate H&S activities to ensure compliance with health and safety management systems.
• Work closely with Management to set H&S objectives.
• Manage risk assessment review processes and support teams in risk reduction.

Skills

Health and Safety management

Risk assessment

ISO/OSHAS standards

Accident investigation

Training program development

Education

Minimum NQF Level 7 Diploma/Degree in Health and Safety

Job description

Overview

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Health & Safety Manager for our client based in Fermoy. This is a Permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate H&S activities in the facility to ensure continued compliance to the health and safety management system.
• Work closely with the Management Team to set H&S objectives and targets. To continually review Health & Safety Policies and Safety Statement with a view to supporting & recommending to the Company revisions/amendments as appropriate.
• Manage the risk assessment review process and support team leaders to develop improvement programs to reduce risks. Conducting accident investigations and recommending appropriate actions.
• Monitor adherence to the stated policy through the conduct of Safety Audits and inspections as appropriate with a view to improving the overall standard and quality of the safety system.
• Develop accident reduction and prevention programmes, which ensure compliance with the continuous improvement element of the H&S policy.
• Design, plan, conduct and/or co-ordinate appropriate Health and Safety training programs in line with existing training function.
• Guide the implementation of safety policy through awareness and implementation of good management safety practices.
• Monitor H&S performance and feedback information to Management and Safety Committee through regular meetings.
• Contribute to the H&S portion of the Aspect & Impact Register. Ensure compliance with in-house procedures, corporate procedures and legislation for Health and Safety.
• Contribute to the site Emergency Response procedure and organize emergency evacuation drills.
• Work with the HR Team to develop innovative methods to reduce the cost of Legal claims and insurance and also prepare appropriate documentation as is necessary in defense of any legal claim.
• Work closely with the Manufacturing Engineering Team to ensure that new design and line changes are compliant with H&S requirements.
• Prepare and present end of quarter results to Management Team.
• Take the role of Safety Committee chairperson and guide the actions of the group.
• Work with the training department to ensure co-ordination & compliance of safety training conducted within the plant.
• Co-ordinate corporate requirements with regard to Health and Safety and reporting structures and policies.
• Liaise with all operational management with regard to the production of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) to cover all safety requirements.
• Support and advise all departments including Production, Facilities, and Engineering on the Management of Change within Sanmina.
• Manage the use of chemicals on site.
• Assure ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum NQF Level 7 Diploma/Degree in Health and Safety or related qualification.
• 5+ years experience in a Health and Safety role.
• Capable of developing the health and safety role within the existing management structure & driving change processes.
• Experience with ISO or OSHAS standards and H&S legislation.
• Environmental or Sustainability management experience.

Application

• Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.
• Please click the link below to apply, or alternatively send an up to date CV to [e-mail]
• ***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***