Health and Safety Officer – Douglas, Co. Cork

Ayrton Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and safety consultancy is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Officer for a residential project in Cork. The role involves conducting site audits, advising on compliance, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should have a recognized qualification in Health and Safety and at least 5 years of related experience. This is an initial 6-month contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an on-site Health and Safety Officer position.
• Residential construction experience is preferred.
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site audits and inspections as part of safety management.
• Advise on safety-related topics and assist site management with safety documents.
• Perform incident reporting and managing health and safety paperwork on-site.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Innovative thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Recognised qualification in Health and Safety

Tools

Safety Management System

PPE management

Job description

Health and Safety Officer – Douglas, Co. Cork

Ayrton Group are seeking an on-site Health and Safety Officer for a residential construction project in Douglas, Co. Cork.

The Health and Safety Officer will be responsible for advising on overall compliance in matters of Health & Safety in accordance with client policies and relevant statutory provisions. The HSO must lead by example and serve as a role model in mobilising the team and ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are adopted on-site.

This is an initial 6-month contract role with the potential for extension, commencing as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting regular, formal site audits and carrying out inspections as directed in the Safety Management System
• Ensuring that a record of statutory inspections is kept for all activities and plant equipment.
• Advising and instructing on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.).
• Assisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements
• Reviewing existing policies and measures and updating according to legislation.
• Inspecting premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment.
• Performing incident reporting and near misses and follow up actions, identifying root causes and implementing changes to prevent reoccurrences.
• Reviewing subcontractors Safety Statements and Safety Compliance.
• Reviewing Safe Work Plans for the tasks on site.
• Management of Health & Safety paperwork on-site.
• Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employees
• Delivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors.
• Delivering Toolbox Talks as required.

Key Requirements:

• Recognised qualification in Health and Safety required.
• Minimum of 5 year of experience in an on-site HSO position preferred.
• Residential construction experience is preferred,
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling required.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be innovative.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• You must be legally permitted to live and work in Ireland.

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