Job Title: Health & Safety Advisor
Cork, Ireland
The CSR Group is working with a leading contractor in Ireland who has been in the construction industry for over 30 years.
This company is looking for a H&S professional to take on this exciting new role.
The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience as a H&S professional within construction, preferably residential.
The company offers great career progression opportunities and there is a lot of room for growth.
Responsibilities:
* Manage emergency procedures, respond to health and safety-related complaints or issues
* Keep a focus on health and safety within the business
* Stay up-to-date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety Executive (HSE) legislation and any developments that affect the employer's industry
* Lead in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks
* Outline safe operational procedures which identify and take account of all relevant hazards and communicate to all employees
* Keep records of inspections findings and produce reports suggesting improvements
* Keep records of incidents and accidents and produce statistics for managers
* Deliver Toolbox Talks and liaise with HSE, Fire Officers, Environmental Health Officers
* Conduct regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented and adhered to
* Making changes to working practices making them safer and ensuring they comply with current legislation
* Ensure safe working procedures are implemented
* Report, record, investigate, and take appropriate actions to prevent future occurrences of accidents
Requirements:
* 2-3 years of experience in a similar role
* Previous construction experience
* Able to work well as a team and collaborate with others
* Driver's license