Job Description
Health & Safety Manager for Electrical Contracting Company in Monaghan
The company, a leading provider of electrical contracting services, is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their team. With a workforce of over 200 skilled professionals, this organization has established itself as a leader in operational excellence and sustainable practices. Founded over three decades ago, they have expanded significantly, securing contracts with prominent organizations in Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Continuously update and implement health and safety policies to foster a robust safety culture.
2. Serve as the primary health and safety liaison for clients.
3. Lead the implementation of top-tier health and safety standards.
4. Provide guidance to line managers and site supervisors on health and safety policies, procedures, and legislation, focusing on lone working.
5. Develop and distribute risk assessments and method statements to ensure workplace safety.
6. Investigate accidents and incidents promptly within contractual time lines.
7. Implement preventative measures based on risk assessments and incident investigations.
8. Organize and lead health and safety training sessions.
9. Conduct fire risk assessments and manage emergency evacuation training.
10. Perform and oversee safety audits across the organization, addressing findings.
11. Collaborate with the Fleet Manager to ensure vehicle and road safety.
12. E nsure compliance with tools and PPE regulations.
13. Prepare and deliver toolbox talks.
14. Complete internal and client SHEQ reports daily, weekly, and monthly.
15. Participate in or lead health and safety-related disciplinary actions.
16. Conduct return-to-work interviews as necessary.
17. Design and deliver comprehensive health and safety induction programs.
18. Monitor, manage, and ensure compliance with employee training requirements.
19. Maintain high standards of quality control.
20. Advise senior management on health and safety legislation.
21. Handle HSENI and HSA accident reporting and investigation.
22. Drive continuous improvement and work towards achieving health and safety accreditations.
23. Collaborate with the HR department to promote employee well-being.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior SHEQ role.
* Preferable experience in the electrical industry or within health and safety in the electrical sector.
* Essential experience in the Utilities, Infrastructure, or Building Services industries.
* Degree in a health and safety-related discipline.
* NEBOSH/IOSH qualification mandatory.
* Train the Trainer certification desirable.
* Valid First Aid training desirable.