JOB DESCRIPTION—HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER.

Athlone based civil engineering renewable specialists are seeking a_ Health & safety officer _with industry experience and who is ready to help our rapid expansion into renewable energy projects.
DND Civil Engineering has been in business for over 30 years and has been known for taking part in some of Ireland’s largest renewable energy projects with some of the largest contractors in the country.
DND specializes in large-scale civil projects on Solar Farm, Wind Farm, Gas Turbine plants, Battery Storage Plants, grid routes and sub-stations. Its essential the candidate has experience in the construction sector.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Health & Safety or a related field.
• Passionate about EHS practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to influence and guide people effectively.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in Health & Safety within a construction environment.
• Fluent English.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: €35,000.00-€55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Flexitime
• On-site parking

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

The specific duties will depend on your level of experience, but here is an overview of the key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Site Management and Company Directors to ensure that Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) objectives are consistently met or surpassed.
• Conduct safety inspections and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) from subcontractors for various tasks.
• Regularly update and review the company’s Risk Assessments, Safe Operating Procedures, and Safety Statement.
• Promptly investigate and report on accidents, incidents, and near-misses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Identify training needs, ensuring mandatory training is reviewed and completed on time.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) by all individuals on-site.
• Review subcontractors’ Safety Statements and monitor their compliance with safety regulations.
• Provide relevant accident and incident data for insurance purposes.
• Attend and actively contribute to regular Health & Safety meetings.