Occupational Hygiene Technician

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility company in Northern Ireland is seeking a qualified individual to ensure workplace health and safety through monitoring and analysis. The role requires a degree in Environmental Health or related fields, strong IT skills, and a full UK driving licence. Candidates should exhibit flexibility and interpersonal skills. This position includes 37 hours of work per week and involves regular travel across Northern Ireland.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in undertaking workplace Occupational Hygiene monitoring surveys.
• Basic understanding of workplace health hazards.
• Willingness to travel regularly across Northern Ireland.

Skills

Flexibility & adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Commercial Acumen

Results Oriented

Education

Degree in relevant discipline (Environmental Health, Occupational Hygiene, etc.)

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Essential Criteria

It is essential that the successful candidate meets the following requirements.

Education

• A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Environmental Health, Occupational Hygiene, Health & Safety, Science, or Engineering).
• OR a degree and can demonstrate experience in undertaking workplace Occupational Hygiene monitoring surveys to take account of the broader workplace monitoring surveys that may be done
• OR can demonstrate that they are actively working towards a recognised occupational hygiene qualification (e.g., have passed some BOHS proficiency modules and aspire to achieve the BOHS Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene,
• OR have undertaken a BOHS accredited University Programme

Knowledge & Awareness

• Basic understanding of workplace health hazards such as noise, dust, vibration, and chemical exposure.
• Awareness of health and safety legislation and its application in the workplace.
• Ability to review, interpret, and analyse data to identify trends and implement improvements.
• Proven experience in delivering projects to a high standard that resulted in measurable improvements within the workplace.

Other Requirements

• Strong IT skills, including a working knowledge of the full Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across Northern Ireland with access to a car suitable for business travel a

Key Skills

• Flexiblity & adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Commercial Accumen & Results Orientated

Specific Expertise

Other

Contract Hours

37.00