About Us:
PV Generation have been installing Solar PV systems across Ireland since 2015. Due to continued expansion, success & market growth we are seeking a full time Health & Safety Officer in Cork & Monaghan.
If you would like to join a business who are committed to helping Ireland prevent the depletion of natural resources for generations to come, then this could be your next career opportunity.
Here at PV Generation, we have a people first policy which extends not only to our customers but also to our team. We pride ourselves on having a friendly and supportive work culture, with an open-door policy.
We have a team of over one hundred dedicated employees all with a passion for sustainability and the world we live in.
If you’re looking to progress your career in Solar PV with a reputable company that offers support, career progression and lives by core values such as trust, quality and honesty then you’ve found us.
PV Generation – where your career truly begins.
Reporting to the General Manager, the main function of this role is to support the Management Team in all aspects of Health and Safety along with assisting in the development and maintenance of a World Class Safety Culture within the organization.
An enthusiastic and ambitious professional looking to take the next step in their career, through strong leadership and communication skills, the successful candidate will develop and foster a proactive, customer centric and forward focused culture in the team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain and protect health and safety standards in accordance with current health and safety legislation along with international standards such as ISO 45001.
- Use knowledge and skills to promote a positive health and safety culture in the workplace.
- Responsible for ensuring that employers and employees comply with safety legislation and that safety policies and practices are adopted and adhered to.
- Plan, implement, monitor and review protective and preventative safety measures.
- Carry out risk assessments, identifying potential hazards and consider how risks could be reduced.
- Outline safe operational procedures which identify and consider all relevant hazards.
- Carry out regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented.
- Ensure working practices are safe and comply with legislation.
- Prepare health and safety strategies and develop internal policy.
- Lead in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks.
- Keep records of inspection findings and produce reports that suggest improvements.
- Investigate customer and employee accidents and incidents to full conclusion.
- Advise on, and assist with, company employee return to work process subsequent to an accident/illness resulting in personal injury.
- Record incidents and accidents and produce statistics for managers.
- Keep up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all. Health and Safety Authority (HSA) legislation and any developments that affect the employer’s industry.
- Liaise with company clients and maintain a working knowledge of their Health & Safety policies and procedures.
- Produce management reports, newsletters and bulletins.
- Ensure that construction/refurbishment/contract transition projects, including implementation of new equipment and processes are planned, directed and monitored from a safety perspective.
- Advise on a range of specialist areas, appropriate to the Construction Industry.
- Advise on insurance and legal claims and assist to completion/closure.
- Multi interdepartmental liaison on safety.
Requirements:
Knowledge (Education & Related Experience):
- 3rd Level Qualification in Occupational H&S. NEBOSH Certificate minimum.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Management of H&S.
- Experience of the construction industry would be a distinct advantage.
- Knowledge and experience working with ISO Management Systems a distinct advantage
Key Skills
- Excellent leadership and communications skills
- Ability to influence with indirect or no authority
- Ability to work with colleagues at all levels, both within and outside the organization
- Problem-solving skills – with an attention to detail, the ability to identify, address and resolve problems in a timely manner
- Excellent organizational and IT skills
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: €35,000.00-€42,000.00 per year