Ayrton Group are seeking an intermediate level Health and Safety Officer for a short term Summer contract with our client, a construction contracting group.
This role would involve attending to several sites in the Cork region weekly across pharmaceutical, commercial, and residential construction.
This is a short term requirement of 2 months, covering June and July, with the potential for contract extension on to other projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting regular site audits/inspections to ensure health and safety compliance to Company and Client procedures/rules.
- Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.).
- Assist in the management of subcontractors.
- Assist in the initiation and organization of health and safety training of employees and executives.
- Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment).
- Maintain incident reporting and near misses and follow up actions, identifying root causes and implementing changes to prevent reoccurrences.
- Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management.
- Reviewing the SWP’s (Safe Work Plans) for the tasks on site.
- Carrying out Inductions and Toolbox talks as required.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years work experience in Health and Safety required.
- Hold a recognised Diploma in Health and Safety.
- Safe Pass and Manual Handling required.
- Experience on Construction and Pharmaceutical projects required.
- Full driver’s license 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.