EHS Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Reporting to: Head of Operations

Role

The health and safety manager will be responsible for implementing the highest H&S standards across the Fermoy site, whilst promoting and supporting continuous improvement and best practise.

They will maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety legislation and any developments that affect our industry and provide professional advice and support to site management. They will take the lead in the ongoing development of all H&S policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively engage, challenge and influence colleagues to deliver H&S compliance to drive continuous improvement in H&S performance
• Ensure risk profile of the site is documented through suitable risk assessments and pro-actively create/implement action plans to reduce risk and ensure in line with hierarchy of control methodology
• Ensure an effective H&S on-boarding program for all who enter and work on the site, employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Train & coach, the team to ensure everyone has the means to contribute to, lead and manage H&S within their areas of responsibility
• Work with management in Fermoy to develop and maintain practical and effective policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular reviews of policies and procedures to ensure they are practical and fully aligned with business needs and relevant legislation.
• Keep up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety legislation and any developments that affect the employer’s industry.
• Increase Safety, Heath, Environmental and Quality awareness amongst all teams to ensure a focus and priority throughout the business.
• Collaborate with peers and management from other areas of the Group in shaping of the H&S agenda and fostering a culture of engagement, ownership and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adequate H&S controls are incorporated into design specifications for equipment upgrades and installation.
• Ensure that all activities have robust and up-to-date risk assessments supported by suitable training where applicable
• Assess workplace hazards considering how risks could be eliminated or reduced and formulate preventative measures together with management.
• Conduct regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being implemented.
• Organise regular random safety inspection audits of all areas, record, analyse and report on the results, and suggest and follow up on improvements
• Work with all relevant regulators who audit and inspect sites and activities.
• Ensure that all incidents and near misses are reported, investigated, and most importantly addressed in a timely manner

Desired Competencies

• Highly organized individual with excellent attention to detail and great accuracy.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and effectively time-manage.
• An observant and analytical personality with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and ability to give instruction to site personnel.
• Ability to deliver training and presentations to groups.
• Embodies ‘safety first culture’ with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A “can do” work ethic with an ability to work on their own initiative.
• Passion, energy, a strong work ethic and a commitment to travelling.
• Open to change with a capacity to deal with uncertainty and a constantly evolving industry.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• BSc (hons) Occupational H&S/NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 5 years’ Health & Safety experience with at least 3 years manufacturing experience, ideally in a heavy industry sector.
• Knowledge of BS OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001 standards in a heavy production environment is important, and environment (ISO 14001) and quality (ISO 9000) would be an advantage.
• Excellent report writing and numerical skills with proficiency in MS Office.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Proficiency in the English language is a requirement as is eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Experienced in all areas of Health & Safety including maintaining policies, assessing risks, training, audits & inspection, dealing with incidents and reporting.