Job Summary
We are seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join our client firm in the Food Processing/Production sector. This role can be based out of Leitrim or Cavan, covering one site as required.
This is a busy Food manufacturing/production company, seeking an individual who desires career progression within the industry. The main function of the role is to manage, support, and advise on all aspects of Health and Safety, with the primary objective to prevent incidents in the workplace.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement prevention principles throughout the plant.
* Liaise with Department Managers and Maintenance to introduce preventative measures, minimising risk and controlling loss.
* Conduct incident investigations and corrective action measures with Department Managers/Supervisors.
* Update and develop risk assessments and SOPs across departments/areas.
* Assertively enforce Company safety policies in all departments/areas.
* Implement the Company Risk Management System at the sites to the agreed level, working with Management to progress the RRMS.
* Identify Health, Safety & Welfare training needs for the site.
Requirements
* Ideally 2+ years' experience within the Health and Safety Industry.
* The above experience ideally within a Food and/or Manufacturing environment.
* Recognised H&S qualifications.
* A strong desire and interest to progress their career within the Food industry.