Health and Safety Officer

Location:

Moira or Omagh (with travel to other sites in Northern Ireland, Donegal, and Monaghan)

Job Type:

Full-time - Maternity Contract

Salary:

Contract £25-30K

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Health and Safety Officer with a proven ability to work independently and add value to our Health and Safety function. The successful candidate will be based either in Moira or Omagh and will be required to travel to our other sites. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for undertaking duties covering all aspects of Health and Safety in the workplace across an interesting variety of work environments.

Day to Day of the Role:

1. Contribute to the development of the Company’s Health and Safety Management systems across all sites.
2. Conduct and update risk assessments to ensure a safe working environment.
3. Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety Legislation (NI and ROI) among employees and contractors.
4. Provide advice on health and safety matters to both managers and employees.
5. Carry out health and safety investigations of accidents and near misses.
6. Prepare monthly health and safety reports and collate health and safety statistics.
7. Conduct site inspections and provide training to employees.
8. Ensure that contractors’ codes of practice are up to date and adhered to by all employees and contractors.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

1. At least two years’ experience in a Health and Safety Officer/Advisor role (flexible on this for the contract position).
2. 3rd level qualification in a related discipline and a NEBOSH certificate, or at least five years’ experience in a Health & Safety Officer/Advisor role for candidates without a third level qualification (flexibility on this for the contract position).
3. Experience in implementing and managing hazard identification and risk management processes.
4. Knowledge of both NI and ROI Health and Safety legislation.
5. Experience in managing Health and Safety investigations.
6. Experience in managing and implementing Health and Safety management systems.
7. Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills with a strong eye for detail.
8. Ability to work independently within a dynamic work environment.
9. Excellent analytical skills.
10. A valid driving licence and access to own transport.

Benefits:

Opportunities for professional development
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