Senior Health and Safety Officer Opportunity
We are working with one of Ireland's leading Main Contractors, who generated over €450 million in revenue last year, to fill a Senior H&S Officer position in Galway.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced H&S professional to join a leading Contractor and implement a top-down approach to ensure a safe workplace environment.
About the Role
The successful candidate will have 7+ years of experience in construction H&S (preferably with a Main Contractor) and previous experience in Pharma/Life science/Industrial projects.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new legislation and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations affecting the industry.
* Lead in-house training on health and safety issues and risks for managers and employees.
* Develop and communicate safe operational procedures identifying and addressing all relevant hazards.
* Keep records of inspections, findings, and produce reports suggesting improvements.
* Deliver Toolbox Talks and liaise with HSE, Fire Officers, Environmental Health Officers.
* Conduct regular site inspections to ensure policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
* Implement changes to working practices to make them safer and compliant with current legislation.
Requirements
* A recognised EHS Degree or Diploma (NEBOSH diploma or equivalent preferred).
* 7+ years of experience in a H&S Construction role.
* Pharma/Life science/Industrial experience (preferable).