Tusker Construction Group is based in Co. Monaghan. The Business is Family owned, and managed, with over 30 years’ experience in all areas of the construction sector their success is a strong testament to the supporting divisions within the group such as Crane Hire, Plant Hire, Construction & Demolition, Steelworks, Haulage, and Waste Recycling.
As part of our on-going growth we are now looking to expand our team and have an exciting opportunity for a Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Officer to join our team at our project in Co. Kilkenny. As a EHS Officer, you will be responsible for providing advice regarding on-site health and safety issues, as well as striving to improve safe conditions in the workplace.
Benefits:
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Company Social Events
· Years in Service Leave
Requirements:
· Health and Safety Qualification (Cert, Diploma or Degree) is preferable
· On-site Safety Officer experience preferred
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Experience in the construction industry preferable
· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
· PHECC First Aid Responder (FAR) desirable
Responsibilities:
The duties will include but are not limited too;
· Reporting to the EHS Manager
· Maintain and Update the ISO Management Systems as required
· Leading by example and promoting behaviours that support the company’s positive EHS culture.
· Promoting realistic and achievable EHS compliant working practices
· Providing Toolbox Talk training onsite
· Providing feedback to EHS Manager on EHS matters and the performance of the EHS Management System on site
· Providing advice and support to operatives on site
· Maintain a detailed understanding of current EHS legal and requirements applicable to Tusker Construction Group
· Investigating non-compliance activities, recording findings and ensuring corrective and preventative actions are taken within the agreed timescales
· Ensuring that works are carried out in accordance with EHS best practice and current EHS legal and regulatory requirements.
· Liaising with the on-site teams to ensure that health and safety hazards and environment impacts are identified and control measures are put in place.
· Investigating non-compliance activities, recording findings and ensuring corrective and preventative actions are taken within the agreed timescales
· Checking, Verification and validation of the waste management and energy management documentation submitted.
· Ensuring that works are carried out in accordance with EHS best practice and current EHS legal and regulatory requirements.
· Liaising with the on-site teams to ensure that health and safety hazards and environment impacts are identified and control measures are put in place.
· Liaisons with the client, interested parties, regulatory authorities in relation to EHS matters including EHS incidents and complaints if they arise.
· Provide advice, guidance and instruction in all health & safety matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including sub-contractors where appropriate)
· Assisting Contracts Managers with the drafting of site specific method statements and risk assessments prior to the commencement of work.
· Conducting regular formal site audits and inspections and report findings to senior management. Immediate follow up is required to ensure all items are addressed and closed out.
· Arranging Health & Safety company induction programmes for new employees or sub-contractors
· Accident investigation and reporting. Ensure all accidents are reported, recorded and investigated.
· Assist site management with the drafting and communication of Tool Box Talks and Safe Action Plans.
· Liaise with the Client / Main Contractor Health & Safety Team.
· Managing and making recommendations for Personal Protection Equipment required for Employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €40,000.00-€55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
