Job Description
AIR Group is one of the largest contractors supplying Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, HVAC and catering equipment across the entire island of Ireland. The AIR Group provides reactive services, planned preventative maintenance and installation of equipment to a wide customer base across retail, healthcare, educational and industrial sectors. The role of Health & Safety Officer is to be based in our Ashbourne office, but travel throughout Ireland will be involved. This role is to support the day-to-day management and all aspects of Health & Safety. General Duties & Responsibilities: Responsibility for the supporting the ongoing maintenance and development of the Health & Safety Management Systems, including: To communicate effectively throughout the company on H&S issues and to actively participate in management meetings. To provide reports relating to H&S as necessary to management. To support the business needs of the company through innovative and efficient approaches in achieving compliance requirements that enhance the continuing development and growth of the company. To carry out risk assessment and hazard identification; To effectively communicate H&S requirements to staff through meetings, toolbox talks and learn from events. To coordinate, manage and deliver EHS related training, (company requirements, procedures new legal requirements etc.), inductions, staff training etc.; To report on incidents and accidents and monitor follow up actions; To monitor objectives and promote their delivery; To carry out H&S audits and inspections. Issue and track PPE requirements. Liaise with site team to ensure health and safety documentation is up to date Qualifications/ Skills/ Experience: Minimum 2 years previous experience in a similar role ideally within a fast-paced environment Must have a Health & Safety Qualification (Minimum level 6), in addition, Manual Handling Instructor training, VDU Assessor Training & First Aid would be an advantage. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite The ability to work independently without direct supervision planning, organising and prioritising own daily work routine to meet deadlines. Strong organisation, attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to deliver training. Full clean drivers licence required.