Onsite Health & Safety Specialist

Sigmar Recruitment; Shannon; Presencial; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Sigmar Recruitment invites applications for a Health & Safety Officer to drive a strong culture of safety across the organisation and ensure compliance with Irish and EU legislation. You will develop policies, perform risk assessments and audits, and advise senior management on practical safety improvements.

The role requires 2–3 years on-site Health & Safety experience in manufacturing/industrial settings, with a proactive approach and strong communication skills.

Qualificações

• A Third Level qualification in Health & Safety or a recognised Health & Safety qualification is required.
• Minimum 2–3 years' experience in an on-site Health & Safety Officer role.
• Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment would be advantageous.
• Proven experience in Risk Assessment and EU Health & Safety legal compliance.
• Experience in auditing and workplace inspections.
• Experience delivering Health & Safety training.
• Experience in accident and incident investigation.
• Experience working with Health & Safety management systems and documentation.
• Experience dealing with insurance companies, brokers and/or loss adjusters would be highly advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and associated General Application Regulations.
• Experience developing and delivering Health & Safety training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving Health & Safety issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop practical solutions.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the development, implementation and ongoing review of Health & Safety policies, procedures and programmes.
• Ensure compliance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, associated General Application Regulations and relevant Irish and EU Health & Safety legislation.
• Prepare, implement and regularly review the company's Safety Statement.
• Provide practical Health & Safety advice and guidance to employees, managers and senior management.
• Act as a trusted Health & Safety advisor to internal stakeholders.
• Promote a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the organisation.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in Health & Safety standards and practices.
• Liaise with Safety Representatives and support the effective operation of Safety Committees.
• Support Health & Safety requirements relating to employees, contractors and visitors.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and Health & Safety audits.
• Carry out and review Risk Assessments and Hazard Identifications across the organisation.
• Monitor compliance with Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
• Identify hazards and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Monitor and support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Review Risk Assessments following accidents, incidents, near misses, process changes or identified hazards.
• Maintain appropriate records of inspections, audits, risk assessments and corrective actions.

Conhecimentos

Health & Safety

Risk assessment

Auditing

Safety training

Accident investigation

Safety management systems

Communication

Proactive problem solving

Independent work

Formação académica

Third Level qualification in Health & Safety

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Sigmar Recruitment invites applications for a Health & Safety Officer to drive a strong culture of safety across the organisation and ensure compliance with Irish and EU legislation. You will develop policies, perform risk assessments and audits, and advise senior management on practical safety improvements.

The role requires 2–3 years on-site Health & Safety experience in manufacturing/industrial settings, with a proactive approach and strong communication skills.