Health & Safety Officer - Construction Contractor - Meath

Office/Project Location: Meath

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location: Hybrid

Pay: €45K-€70K

Experience: 3+years

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is a well-established contractor with a proven track record in the successful completion of a wide variety of projects. 

They are seeking a Health & Safety Officer to join their expanding team to oversee projects in Meath/Kildare/Dublin 

The candidate will be responsible for formalising and improving existing company systems, procedures and documentation in our Integrated Management System which covers the two disciplines and the subsequent rollout and maintenance of this system across head office and site locations. Past experience of design and implementation of Health & Safety and Quality Management Systems in the Construction Industry and or third level qualifications in Health and Safety Management are essential.

Design, Implementation and Maintenance of IMS, management of external third party accreditation of same

Training company staff in use of system

Monitoring compliance on all live construction sites, particular emphasis on Health & Safety Performance

Carrying out regular audits across all sites and ensuring any issues arising are resolved

Production of ongoing monthly compliance reports to inform company decision makers

Production of Project specific documentation including Construction Stage Health, Safety Plans, Project Quality Management Plans, activity method statements, risk assessments etc.

Attending meetings with Clients, regulatory authorities and Sub-contractors to discuss Health & Safety issues

General oversight role to ensure all company operations are conducted in line with various policies and procedures

Investigating incidents

Ensuring Compliance across construction sites and Head office. 

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role with a Main Contractor is essential

Degree level qualification in HSE and/or equivalent experience

Be able to communicate well and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of construction practices, trades and techniques

An ability to influence at all levels to achieve the best outcome for the organisation

A full clean European driver’s license and a form of transport which will enable you to fulfil your responsibilities

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office

The ability to work as part of a team

The ability to meet deadlines

Professional presence, dress and demeanour

Package

Competitive Salary Package dependent on candidates experience, company vehicle or vehicle allowance, fuel card, laptop & phone, pension plan.

Contact

Aaron Behan is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a H&S Officer interested in roles based in Meath, you can contact Aaron by e-mail at aaron@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-9696684 for a confidential chat.

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EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required