Our Client, a leading medical device company in Sligo is hiring a Health & Safety Officer.
Please note: This is a permanent Part Time position for 20 hours per week over 5 days days.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
* Liaise with staff to ensure compliance with current H&S statutory requirements and Company’s procedures.
* Management of H&S documentation, including training records, machinery certification, and other statutory H&S records.
* Scanning/Filing of H&S documentation.
* Attend Health & Safety meetings.
* Delivering on continual improvement on current safety practices.
* Provide advice, guidance and instruction in all health & safety matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including sub-contractors where appropriate).
* Conduct regular inspections and site audits, reporting findings to site and company management. Strict follow-up is required to ensure that corrective actions are dealt with immediately.
* Investigate, record and report accidents, incidents and near-misses promptly, ensuring any corrective actions are implemented without delay.
* Managing and making recommendations for Personal Protective Equipment required for all Employees.
* Complete risk assessments on equipment.
* Conduct biannual site evacuation drills.
* Organise training where required – First aid/Manual handling/fire warden etc.
* Any ad-hoc duties that may arise.
* Hold a relevant Health & Safety Qualification/Degree.
* Knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation, Standards and Best Practice.
* Willingness to show initiative and drive in addition to being a team player.
* Previous experience in a Health & Safety role.
* Experience in the manufacturing industry.
* Must be IT Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
* Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
* Confident proactive and have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative
Note: By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot Recruitment for other or future related vacancies.
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