H&S Advisor

Job description for Health and Safety Advisor/Officer

Role :                Health and Safety Advisor / Officer

Reports to Directors and Health and Safety Manager

Location :         Youghal, Cork

Approximately 40 hours a week

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• NEBOSH Construction Diploma or General Certificate
• At least 2 years’ experience within a HSQE focused role within construction
• Effective communication skills and ability to influence others.
• Full Driving License.
• Excellent organisations, communication, and time management skills
• A passion of Safety, Health, and Environment
• Strong IT skills in Microsoft
• Level 2 Investigation techniques
• 1 st Aid Certificate
• Trainer Certificate
• Face fit tester (not essential)
• Auditor or training qualifications

Job overview

As a Health and safety officer you will be responsible for all aspects of company safety and management systems.

Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager and Director in charge , the main responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

• Meeting all Health, Safety, Welfare, Quality and Environmental objectives laid down by management and to initiate aims and objectives from on-site experiences.

• To maintain the company’s ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 accreditations and any future standards.

• To instil a positive culture towards Health, Safety, Welfare, Quality and Environmental issues throughout the organisation.

• To investigate any accidents, incidents or near misses and to prepare a written report detailing corrective actions to be implemented to avoid reoccurrence.

• Carryout monthly site audits as required of all live sites and agree action points with site management on any issues identified.

• Carryout documented weekly, HSE, Fire safety, plant, etc. inspections. 

• Advise management of special risks on specific contracts. Ensure that there is appropriate action taken if any risks or Health & Safety breaches are observed.

• To keep up to date with current legislation and best working methods and to disseminate this information throughout the company.

• Prepare Construction Phase Health and Safety plans, Health & Safety file and Operational and Maintenance Manuals.

• Any other reasonable duties to ensure smooth and efficient running of the health, safety, welfare, quality, and environmental functions within the company.

For more information or to discuss in confidence, please contact Adam White at CSR on 02892627488. Alternatively, to apply, click on the link below. Crescent Specialist Recruitment (CSR) is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Crescent Specialist Recruitment (CSR) operates as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business on behalf of our clients.