Health and Safety Officer

at  Ayrton Group

Ayrton Group are seeking a Health and Safety Officer for an on-site position with our client, a ground investigation specialist. This projects involves site works across a 40km route through the Kildare/Meath area.
The project will involves site works across a 40km route through the Kildare/Meath area and as such the ideal candidate should have experience in Roadworks and Utilities. Traffic Management experience would also be advantageous.
This is an initial 5 month contract role commencing in early January, with the potential for extension.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Health and Safety, preferably with a focus in roadworks and utilities.
• Minimum of a Diploma in Health and Safety.
• Safe Pass and SLG Training required.
• Traffic Management experience would be beneficial.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate/concise records and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting with little direction or direct supervision.
• You must be legally permitted to live and work in Ireland.
• Full license and vehicle.

• Ensuring adherence to company EHS Management system and relevant statutory provisions and legislation.
• Supporting and mentoring all staff on H&S matters.
• Monitoring H&S performance on site.
• Completing H&S inspections, ensuring standards are maintained, and that any remedial actions are being addressed.
• Ensuring H&S documentation is sufficient and maintained diligently.
• Completing accident/incident investigations, report writing, and following up on corrective actions.
• Ensuring that statutory inspections are completed and filed away.
• Reviewing RAMS for high-risk works.
• Attending meetings such as site H&S, safety committee, high-risk workshops, etc.
• Ensuring PPE is resourced, available and issued to staff.
• Assisting in any safety or wellbeing initiatives implemented by company.
• Updating forms and templates for inclusion on the client Integrated Management System.
• Ensuring welfare and hygiene facilities are in place, managed and maintained.
• Inductions and toolbox talks as required.
• Performing any other duties and responsibilities of a similar level and nature as required.