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Job Title: Health and Safety Manager
Location: Kilbeggan, Co. Westmeath
Contract Type: Part time, Permanent
Reporting To: Divisional H&S Manager/Site Operations Manager
Role Summary:
Dawn Meats is a premium meat processor and supplier of choice for a range of leading supermarket, foodservice and restaurant businesses. Established in 1980, Dawn Meats is an industry leader with annual revenues of over €2bn, employing over 8,000 staff in 15 countries and exporting to over 50 countries.
Dawn Meats is looking to recruit a part time Health & Safety Manager for our Kilbeggan primary production facility with responsibility for all aspects of Health & Safety on site. The position offers 25 to 32 hours per week. Specific hours will be discussed and agreed upon during the interview process.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Developing, implementing, and executing H&S objectives & improvement plans in conjunction with Site Operations Management and Divisional H&S Manager;
* Supporting site supervisors with the investigation of H&S incidents/accidents at the site, leading the investigation process and/or collaborating with senior management on serious incidents where necessary;
* Partnering with relevant stakeholders such as Human Resources, Food Safety & Quality, Engineering and Operations departments regarding H&S issues/concerns and addressing them in a timely manner;
* Identifying site H&S training needs and delivering training sessions for employees and management as required;
* Managing the induction process for new starters across the site;
* Liaising with relevant authorities and bodies such as the Health & Safety Authority as necessary;
* Ensuring all employees, contractors, third parties and visitors are compliant with H&S and Covid19 requirements of the site;
* Conducting internal audits and ensuring the site is audit ready at all times.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have Or Demonstrate:
* 1 - 2 years' experience in a similar role; candidates with greater experience are also welcome to apply;
* A relevant third level qualification;
* Detailed knowledge of H&S Legislation;
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
* Previous experience in the food manufacturing sector is beneficial but not essential;
* Manual Handling Instructor and Forklift Instructor qualifications would be beneficial.
Skills:
* NEBOSH
* HSE Management Systems
* H&S Management
* Occupational hygiene
* Accident Investigation
* Safety management system
* Health & Safety
Benefits:
* Pension Fund
* Parking
* Paid Holidays
* Mobile Phone
* Laptop
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Construction
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