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Job Description
A Junior Health & Safety Officer is sought to assist in all aspects of the H&S Department, conducting safety inspections and producing risk assessments for a leading Window and Door company.
**Job Description:**
My client, a leading Window and Door company, is seeking a Junior Health & Safety Officer to join their team. This role will be client-facing in the domestic market and travel will be required nationwide. Ideally, the candidate will have a QQI Level 8 relevant qualification with 0 - 2 years experience.
**Responsibilities:**
- Assist the Health and Safety Manager in all aspects of the H&S Department.
- Carry out safety inspections and produce risk assessments.
- Regularly review and update Company Risk Assessments, Safe Operating Procedures, and Safety Statement.
- Complete Safety Induction Training for all new employees and sub-contractors, and maintain documentary evidence of same.
- Investigate, record, and report accidents, incidents, and near-misses promptly, ensuring any corrective actions are implemented without delay.
- Provide relevant accident information for insurance purposes.
- Identify new and ongoing safety-related training requirements, ensuring all mandatory training is reviewed and delivered on time.
- Ensure that correct PPE is availed of at all times by all relevant employees.
- Enforce Health and Safety Department Policies.
- Review sub-contractors' Safety Statements and Safety Compliance.
- Attend regular Health & Safety meetings.
**Requirements:**
- A third level qualification in Health & Safety from a recognised Irish or UK institution.
- Experience in the construction industry is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Team player with a hands-on approach to resolving issues.
- Set an example of enthusiasm, loyalty, and hard work in the performance of all duties.
- Be methodical, logical, efficient, and highly organised.
- Strong IT and communication skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Full Irish driver's licence as this role will be nationwide.