Job Title: Health & Safety Officer
Department: Operations
Reports to: VP of Technical
Location: Knock, County Mayo
Company Profile
Founded in 2010, EirTrade Aviation provides total end of life solutions for aircraft assets. We work with the airline and aircraft leasing community worldwide.
With operations in Ireland, USA, Asia, and Mainland Europe, EirTrade optimises client asset value through a variety of services, including:
* Aircraft Storage and Disassembly
* Engine, Aircraft and Parts Trading
* End of Life Program Management
* Consignment Programs
* Technical Storage
* Technical Services – Back to Birth & Current Market Asset Valuations
Job Summary
As Health & Safety Officer, you will be responsible for promoting and enforcing a culture of safety across EirTrade’s premises. You will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, implementing effective policies and procedures, conducting risk assessments, and providing guidance to project teams.
Responsibilities
* Monitor work processes and procedures to identify unsafe practices or breaches of safety regulations.
* Conduct equipment inspections to ensure they are correctly installed and operational.
* Facilitate and schedule repairs of unsafe or damaged equipment.
* Organise safety training to educate company staff on necessary safety principles.
* Develop, document, and implement safety procedures and policies for all areas.
* Carry out investigations to identify the root cause of incidents or other unsafe conditions on a work site.
* Oversee the placement and setup of safety signs to warn of potential hazards.
* Take full ownership of the H+S documentation sitewide.
* Prepare and present to company management periodic reports on safety operations.
* Collaborate with law enforcement agents and investigators to address cases of workplace accidents.
* Proffer recommendations on safety topics such as proper waste disposal, fire regulations, and noise.
* Conduct risk assessments to identify work areas with high risk of operational hazards.
* Review company operational processes to ensure they are in line with external safety legislation.
* Attend occupational safety and health seminars to update job knowledge and enhance skills.
* Organise and support necessary permits, licenses, or permissions in compliance with health and safety legislative requirements.
* Focus on the 3 EirTrade Performance Pillars to be maintained throughout the year.
* Provide timely reports and metrics on all relevant H+S recommendations, updates, and findings.
What we are looking for:
* Third level recognised qualification in Health & Safety or related – Level 8.
* Full EU driving license and flexibility to travel between sites and office.
* Extensive knowledge of Irish health and safety legislation.
* Previous experience working in this type of role in the aviation sector is preferable.
* Experience with Environmental is preferred.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills with an ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
* Excellent organisation skills with the ability to multi-task.
* Strong attention to detail.
What you will get in return:
* A competitive base salary pro rata (commensurate with experience).
* Subsidised private health insurance.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Tax saver travel ticket.
* Bike to work scheme.
* A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
How to apply:
You must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of interview. Candidates must have their own transport and the ability to work at our Head Office in Rathcoole, Dublin.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to careers@eirtradeaviation.com.
EirTrade Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.
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