EHS Advisor - Facilities Management
Job Summary
This is a full-time permanent role that requires an individual with a construction or trade background. The EHS Advisor will consist of both site visits along with office-based duties.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop comprehensive guidelines, processes, and documentation to ensure company compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
* Implement and enforce required standards to safeguard the well-being of employees and protect the environment.
* Prepare and meticulously inspect Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS) as well as Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) documentation to identify potential hazards and ensure safe work practices.
* Conduct thorough administrative and site audits to verify adherence to contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and EHS standards.
* Monitor compliance among specialist subcontractors, agency personnel, and direct employees to maintain a safe working environment.
* Foster relationships and maintain a positive proactive presence on-site to ensure strict compliance with EHS guidelines and regulations.
* Lead and coordinate comprehensive accident investigations, ensuring thorough and timely reporting of incidents, utilising root cause analysis techniques to identify the underlying causes of accidents and near-misses. Implement practical and realistic corrective and preventive measures to enhance EHS performance.
* Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop and implement effective corrective and preventive measures to mitigate the risk of future incidents.
* Ensure the company continued compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, including ISO14001 and ISO45001.
Requirements:
* Degree qualified in an EHS discipline
* Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, and Construction industry essential
* 5 years' experience in a fast-paced commercial environment
* Possess an Internal Auditing accreditation to include Integrated Management Systems (ISO14000 and ISO 45001)
* Possesses an in-depth knowledge of Irish Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and regulations
* Preferably has qualifications in the following areas - Train the Trainer, First Aid, Manual Handling, and DSE Assessor
* Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to generate detailed monthly reports
* Conscientious with a high attention to detail and an ability to multitask
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluent English
* Experience with the Construction Regulations and CDM roles, with experience working with sub-contractors.
* Ability to work well within strict deadlines.
* Ability to prepare Audits and EHS reports, to a high standard.
Package:
* €55K- €65k negotiable based on experience & qualifications
* Fulltime permanent staff role with company benefits, life assurance, pension, health insurance etc.
* Role will be based in client office in Blanchardstown with regular travel to client sites in Dublin