Health and Safety Advisor

On behalf of a client we are recruiting for two vacancies for a Health & Safety Advisor.

The Health & Safety Advisor will collaborate with site and management personnel to ensure adherence to all company policies, processes, and health and safety legislation across all sites.

First project in Dublin, European- wide Multinational Company, with further projects within the company that are European based and require temporary relocation.

Person Specification:

• Level 7 Degree in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the Health & Safety field, preferably within the construction sector.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Familiarity with Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Strong team player.
• Current driver's license.

Key Functions & Results Areas:

• Develop and conduct audits, toolbox talks, and other training activities.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure implementation of an internal Safety Management System.
• Ensure compliance and improvement of accreditation Safe-T-Cert.
• Assist with the implementation of employee wellness and mental health programs and initiatives.
• Manage all plant & equipment, ensuring certification is up to date and the plant & equipment register is regularly updated.
• Monitor legislative updates, ensuring necessary changes are applied promptly.
• Present health and safety progress updates to Company Directors daily as sites are audited.
• Carry out Health and Safety audits as required.
• Manage PPE and ensure all sites/personnel are equipped with necessary PPE. Maintain a register to record issued PPE.
• Regularly review and update Risk Assessments and Safe Operating Procedures.
• Conduct Safety Induction Training for all employees and sub-contractors as required, maintaining documentary evidence.
• Investigate, record, and report accidents, incidents, and near-misses promptly, implementing corrective actions without delay.
• Identify new and ongoing safety-related training requirements or shortfalls and recommend training for personnel.
• Champion the change of attitude and behaviour of site operatives, foremen, managers, and sub-contractors by communicating and collaborating with them in an engaging, thought-provoking, and innovative manner.
• Manage the yard/stores area, ensuring it is maintained in a safe, tidy, and organised manner, with tasks delegated to the stores manager.
• Attend regular Health and Safety Meetings.