Are you a Construction EHS Officer with 3+ years experience working with main contractors on buildings projects>Are you interested in taking a step up in your career to work in a company group role with a medium sized contractor based in Dublin city centre?If you are interested in discussing this role further, contact Sheila on +353-1-7978720 or send your CV to sheila@jobcontax.comEHS Officer - Building Contractor - DublinJob DescriptionOur client is a main construction company working on high value residential projects as well as commercial, industrial, retail and healthcare.Due to continued expansion, they are seeking to appoint a qualified Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Officer to join the team.This role will be responsible for the delivery of EHS advice and support across the company and its sites in attaining legislative compliance and the implementation of organisational standards.The portfolio covers a range of project types, including residential, educational, commercial, industrial, retail and healthcare.This position will lead the implementation of a professional, competent and knowledge sharing culture across the company ensuring that best in class environment, health and safety practices are planned, informed, implementedand maintained.The ideal candidate will have previous commercial construction experience.The successful candidate will be responsible for the commencement of EHS management systems on projects and will require the completion of all necessary documentation, records and reports.Participation in site meetings and leading safety campaigns are integral to the forward-facing nature of the role.Successful applicants will have demonstrable initiative and capacity to engage with contractors and project personnel in the management and mitigation of EHS risks.This is a permanent staff role which is an office/site based position in Dublin City Centre.Collaborate with the senior management team in the implementation and drive of a positive health and safety culture within the businessRoll out standards to achieve ISO 45001 successfully and maintain certificationResponsible for maintaining annual Safe-T-Cert certificationDevelop Site Construction Stage plans, traffic management, waste management, etc. with the project teams and monitor their implementationRegularly review and update company Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Operating Procedures, Health & Safety policies, and Safety Statement for relevant locations. Communicate sameto relevant personnel once approved under management review.Ensure Site Managers and Supervisors are vigorously engaged in the audit process and all EHS management systems across the projects; and that all internal and external EHS reporting requirementsare complied withConduct site safety inspections, audits and risk assessments as required and ensure that management personnel put appropriate action plans in placeMonitor and report on the collection, recording, analysis, implementation of actions taken and feedback provided to the hazards identified during the weekly inspection/audits through our online managementsystemLiaise with Site Supervisors to ensure that only approved subcontractors are engaged in activities, and review subcontractor Safety Statements, Safety Compliance, and any other relevant documentationProvide support and guidance to Site Supervisors for the completion of Safety Induction Training for new employees, sub-contractors, and ensure documentary evidence is maintainedEnsure accident and incident investigations are properly carried out in accordance with Company policies and procedures to identify both immediate and preventative actions and underlying causes.Manage employee training programmes and maintain CPD records across the company. Identify new and on-going safety related training requirements, and ensure mandatory training is reviewed anddelivered on timeCompile weekly and monthly data as required, communicate the information to project teams, key stakeholders and partnersContribute ideas to the management team for the continued development of the company wide Safety Management Systems whilst maintaining a professional image for the company in all dealings with publicand stakeholdersMaintain an up-to-date knowledge of all health and safety matters relevant to the works and industry and liaise with appropriate safety managers, safety organisations and trade associations. Monitor legislativeupdates and ensure necessary changes are implementedProvide a proactive approach to problem solving and to the various aspects of day-to-day health, safety and environmental management and deliver continuous improvement initiativesMaintain professional and close working relationship with directors, operation managers, project managers, project teams and contractorsRequirementsRelevant degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related fieldMin 3+ years EHS experience working with main contractors on construction buildings projects in IrelandIOSH membershipInstructor in Manual Handling, Working at Height and/or Abrasive wheels advantageous but not essentialThe proven ability to drive change, influence behaviours and be a champion of best practice.Excellent knowledge of the Irish Construction Health and Safety regulations and practices with an ability to evaluate current and emerging trends in health and safety managementStrong working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Sharepoint, PowerPoint), and ability to embrace new technologies (online platforms and mobile apps etc)Self-motivated and proactive in a dynamic project environmentStrong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and manage workloadExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalExcellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating a positive, enthusiastic and approachable mannerFull clean driving licencePackageCompetitive salaryPerformance related bonus20 Days Annual Leave plus 10 Days Public HolidaysStatutory Sick PayCompany vehicleContributory pension schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeTax Saver – Travel and Bike to Work schemeFull-time permanent staff role with great career prospectsContactSheila McNeice is the consultant managing this position.If you are a EHS Officer interested in roles based in Dublin, you can contact Sheila by e-mail Sheila@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-7978720 for a confidential chat.JobContax do not send CVs to clients without candidate permission.With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of EHS Officers in Dublin and Ireland.Due to the large volume of applications, JobContax may not be able to respond directly to every individual.TAGEHS
