Overview:
We are currently seeking a proactive and experienced Health & Safety Officer to join our team at our Ballymahon site in County Longford. In this key role, you will be responsible for implementing and managing health and safety systems on-site. Working in close partnership with Group Health & Safety teams, you’ll ensure that local safety procedures align with wider organisational standards and objectives.
Main Responsibilities:
- Log and investigate all incidents and near misses on-site; track trends and compile reports for Business Unit leadership.
- Drive the ongoing improvement and application of safety policies, standards, and procedures across the site.
- Deliver health and safety training and awareness sessions for management and staff.
- Ensure consistent enforcement of safety practices in coordination with Business Unit Managers.
- Collaborate with the Site Manager to plan and allocate budgets for health and safety training programs.
- Actively engage with site-based safety teams and provide support and guidance.
- Lead and chair site safety meetings, keeping management teams informed of key updates and initiatives.
- Ensure all team members are appropriately trained and competent to carry out their roles safely.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and review existing ones to maintain site compliance.
- Manage internal audit processes, assess performance, and develop improvement actions as needed.
- Submit monthly health and safety reports to the Site Manager, highlighting key risks and proposed actions.
- Perform unannounced safety inspections to ensure compliance with site and group-level policies.
- Identify and escalate any breaches of policy to the Site and Group Health & Safety Managers.
Candidate Profile:
- Health & Safety qualification (Diploma or Degree preferred)
- Minimum 1.5 / 2 years’ experience in a health and safety role, ideally in a food production or manufacturing environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, using sound judgement and initiative
- Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and challenge existing practices
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Training delivery experience is an advantage
What’s on Offer:
- Company Pension Scheme
- Professional Development Support and Further Education Opportunities
- Access to an Employee Discount Platform offering savings and cashback from leading brands
- Refer-a-Friend Bonus Scheme (up to €500)
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Long Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice and support for a wide range of issues (including mental health, family, finances, and more)
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