Health and Safety Consultant

at  The Portfolio Group

HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSULTANT

Job Purpose
If you are a Health & Safety professional based in Tipperary looking to move into the Consultancy space this opportunity is for you! As Health and Safety Consultant you will have a high level of technical knowledge and ability to build strong relationships clients and ideally you will be a chartered member of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health, or equivalents. Applications from Graduate member of IOSH will also be considered.

You will undertake health and safety visit client premises for the purpose of carrying out agreed contractual work and will conduct yourself in a professional matter at all times including appearance, use of PPE, communication etc.) ensuring that you comply with both company and departmental policies, procedures and protocols. All health and safety visits to client’s premises will be in accordance with departmental protocols and contract requirements, in particular where SLAs are in place.
Your excellent client relationship skills will be vital for supporting the client through effective crisis management when required, when you advise and instruct clients in the use of Health and Safety Management systems and other relevant technical documents and online services, and when liaising with the HSE, HSA and other Enforcing Authorities on behalf of clients when required to do so.
You will provide practical solutions to clients when assisting them with accident or other special investigations as required and advise clients on matters of Health and Safety standards and best practice affecting their business.
Your attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines will support you when submitting any relevant reports or other such associated documents in accordance with client demand and department protocol, provide management reports as required and manage time effectively to provide an effective and efficient service to clients. You will work autonomously and as part of a team as you will attend company meetings, courses etc. when required to update and maintain professional skills/knowledge.
Any other relevant duties as may be identified by your Line Manager.
Your understanding of Health and Safety procedures, strong interpersonal skills and ideally be a member of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health, or equivalents will contribute your success in the role.
If you’re ready to make the next step to join this global organisation apply with your cv or reach out to sinead.killalea@theportfoliogroup.co.uk