Job Description
SHEQ Manager
A leading electrical contracting firm in Monaghan seeks a SHEQ Manager to join their expanding team. With over 200 skilled employees, this company has built a reputation for operational excellence and sustainability. Established three decades ago, they continue to grow, securing contracts with prestigious organisations across Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Policy Development: Regularly update and enforce health and safety policies to strengthen the company's safety culture.
2. Client Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for all health and safety matters with clients.
3. Standards Implementation: Lead the adoption of industry-leading health and safety practices across the company.
4. Guidance & Support: Provide expert advice to line managers and site supervisors on safety procedures, legislation, and policies.
5. Risk Assessments: Create and distribute risk assessments and method statements to ensure safety at all work sites.
6. Incident Investigation: Promptly investigate any accidents or incidents and ensure they are addressed within contractually required timeframes.
7. Preventative Action: Implement corrective measures based on findings from risk assessments and incident investigations.
8. Training & Education: Organise and conduct health and safety training sessions, including fire risk assessments and emergency evacuation drills.
9. Safety Audits: Conduct safety audits throughout the organisation and take action to rectify any issues discovered.
10. Vehicle Safety: Collaborate with the Fleet Manager to ensure the safety of vehicles and compliance with road safety regulations.
11. Compliance Monitoring: Ensure all tools and PPE meet regulatory requirements and company standards.
12. Toolbox Talks: Prepare and deliver regular toolbox talks to maintain high safety awareness.
13. Reporting: Complete detailed SHEQ reports for internal and client review on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
14. Disciplinary Actions: Participate in or lead disciplinary processes related to health and safety issues.
15. Return-to-Work Interviews: Conduct interviews with employees returning to work following an accident or illness.
16. Induction Programs: Design and deliver comprehensive health and safety induction sessions for new employees.
17. Training Compliance: Monitor and manage employee training to ensure all staff meet required safety standards.
18. Quality Control: Maintain stringent quality control standards throughout the organisation.
19. Legislative Advice: Provide senior management with up-to-date advice on health and safety legislation.
20. Accident Reporting: Manage HSENI and HSA accident reporting and subsequent investigations.
21. Continuous Improvement: Drive ongoing improvements and work towards achieving key health and safety accreditations.
22. Employee Well-being: Work with HR to promote the overall well-being of employees.
Requirements:
* At least 5 years of experience in a senior SHEQ role.
* Ideally, experience in the electrical industry or a health and safety role within this sector.
* Essential experience in Utilities, Infrastructure, or Building Services industries.
* A degree in a health and safety-related field.
* NEBOSH/IOSH certification is required.
* Train the Trainer certification and valid First Aid training are desirable.