Health and Safety Officer – Dublin 22

Ayrton Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Health and Safety Officer for a residential project in Dublin. This role involves ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations, conducting site audits, and managing related paperwork. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and at least a year of experience in a construction setting. This is a 12-month contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an on-site Safety position.
• Construction experience required.
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site audits and inspections.
• Advise on safety-related topics and assist site management.
• Manage Health & Safety paperwork on-site.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Recognised qualification in Health and Safety

Job description

Ayrton Group are seeking a Health and Safety Officer for a residential construction project based in the Dublin 22 region.

The Health and Safety Officer will be responsible for advising on overall compliance in matters of Health & Safety in accordance with client policies and relevant statutory provisions. The HSO must lead by example and serve as a role model in mobilising the team and ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are adopted on-site.

This is an initial 12-month contract role with the potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting regular, formal site audits and carrying out inspections as directed in the Safety Management System.
• Ensuring that a record of statutory inspections is kept for all activities and plant equipment.
• Advising and instructing on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.).
• Assisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements.
• Reviewing existing policies and measures and updating according to legislation.
• Inspecting premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment).
• Performing incident reporting and near misses and follow up actions, identifying root causes, and implementing changes to prevent reoccurrences.
• Reviewing subcontractor Safety Statements and Safety Compliance.
• Reviewing Safe Work Plans for the tasks on site.
• Managing Health & Safety paperwork on-site.
• Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employees.
• Delivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors.
• Delivering Toolbox Talks as required.

Key Requirements

• Recognised qualification in Health and Safety is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an on-site Safety position is preferred.
• Construction experience required.
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling required.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be innovative.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• You must be legally permitted to live and work in Ireland.

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