JSD is seeking an experienced Site Safety Officer to join its team. The location of the position will be in various locations nationwide depending on projects, with the head office located in Portlaoise, Co. Laois. The successful candidate must have a minimum of three year’s experience as Safety Officer in the construction industry and will report directly to the Managing Director and/or Contracts Manager.
Primary Responsibilities of the Role:
1. Carry out Safety Inspections/Audits, report on findings and monitor compliance with corrective and preventative actions.
2. Identify safety related training requirements and prepare site specific inductions.
3. Prepare, review and communicate method statements and risk assessments in conjunction with Contracts Managers and Site Managers.
4. Review sub-contractor’s method statements and risk assessments.
5. Investigate incidents, dangerous occurrences and near misses as appropriate and make recommendations for corrective actions. Maintain the master register for this area.
6. Actively promote a safety awareness culture throughout the organisation, including that with the client and subcontractors.
7. Liaise with the Health and Safety Authority and any other relevant external agencies and organisations as required.
8. Assist in the preparation of ongoing analysis and regular reports concerning the Health and Safety of the company. Advise and report to Management on all matters relating to employee health and safety.
9. Maintain contractor Health and Safety control procedures.
10. Maintain emergency preparedness and response procedures for all site locations.
11. Advise on legislative requirement, standards and codes of practice.
Skills and Qualifications:
1. A relevant Health and Safety Qualifications (Level 3 Occupational Safety and Health qualification, accredited occupational health and safety degree/MSc/diploma or the National Examination Board for Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) diploma).
2. Previous Main Contractor / Sub-contractor related experience within Ireland.
3. Good understanding of the Health & Safety and Environmental regulations.
4. Excellent communications, interpersonal and people management skills.
5. Excellent organisational, time management and leadership skills.
6. Ability to work effectively under pressure and achieve objectives in a timely manner.
7. Work on own initiative, be able to give instruction to site personnel.
8. Work effectively as part of a team.
9. Problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
10. Good administrative and IT Skills i.e. good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €50,000.00-€65,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 17/10/2024
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