Job Title: Health and Safety Consultant
Job Purpose
If you are a health and safety professional with expertise in Tipperary, seeking to transition into the consultancy space, this opportunity is tailored for you.
As a Health and Safety Consultant, you will possess a high level of technical knowledge and be able to build strong relationships with clients. Ideally, you should be a chartered member of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) or an equivalent. Graduates who are members of IOSH will also be considered.
Main Duties
1. You will undertake health and safety visits to client premises to conduct agreed contractual work and maintain a professional demeanor at all times, adhering to company and departmental policies, procedures, and protocols.
2. All health and safety visits to client's premises will adhere to departmental protocols and contract requirements, particularly where Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are in place.
3. Your excellent client relationship skills will be vital for supporting clients through effective crisis management when required, advising and instructing clients on health and safety management systems and other relevant technical documents and online services, and liaising with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), Health Service Executive (HSE), and other enforcing authorities on behalf of clients when necessary.
4. You will provide practical solutions to clients when assisting them with accident or special investigations as required and advise clients on health and safety standards and best practices affecting their business.
5. Your attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines will support you when submitting relevant reports or associated documents in accordance with client demand and department protocol, providing management reports as required, and managing time effectively to deliver an efficient service to clients.
6. You will work autonomously and as part of a team, attending company meetings, courses, etc., when required to update and maintain professional skills/knowledge.
Your understanding of health and safety procedures, strong interpersonal skills, and ideally being a member of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) or an equivalent, will contribute to your success in the role.