Junior/Graduate Safety Officer

Role: Junior/ Graduate Safety Officer Location: Dublin Salary: DOE Description Junior Safety Officer or Graduate with work experience for Project support in Dublin. Working under the guidance of a Project HSE Officer & Regional HSE Manager Our client is dedicated to being the leading and most cost-efficient provider of electrical engineering, instrumentation, design and commissioning services across Ireland, UK, Europe and the Middle East. Since its formation, the company has broadened its scope to become a full-service provider to world renowned brand names in the Pharmaceutical, Data Centre, Utilities, Oil, Gas & Chemicals, Food & Beverage, Transport and other industry sectors. The company is one of three business units within Dussmann Technical Solutions (DTS) and is a proud member of the Dussmann Group. The company employs the best people, invests heavily in training and education ensuring that the highest standards of health, safety and governance are applied throughout the organisation. Principal Duties and Responsibilities * Working under the guidance of a Project HSE Officer & Regional HSE Manager * Assist with the delivery of Health and Safety Inductions for all new employees or contractors working on site * Maintenance of site safety folders * Updating and printing out the weekly packs (MEWP’s checklists + GA3’s, etc.), Collecting the weekly packs and completing a checklist for compliance with the company requirements * Updating EHS databases for Work at Height equipment (Ladders, MEWP’s, Harness/Lanyard, etc), PAT Testing, SDS, Tools and Equipment and all Site Plant and filing certificates for same * Maintenance of EHS records including induction and training documentation, inspection records, accident files and follow-up action points, statistical records * Assisting in the maintenance of the site RAMS log * Liaise with training department regarding submitting certificates * Assist in setting up training sessions, prepare paperwork and file paperwork when complete * Taking minutes for Safety meetings and follow up with participants on Action Points * Assist with the Tool Box Schedule for the project including attendance records. Learn how to give tool box talks * Updating weekly statistics in relation to safe work hours, SORs, accidents, incidents, etc. * Monitoring of compliance with site permits * Maintenance of Site Safety Board(s) * Monitoring distribution of site PPE and safety related documents * Updating spreadsheet with regards to weekly returns for sub-contractor * Develop safety documents in conjunction with the Project EHS Lead * Method Statement briefings to workers * Maintain First-aid facilities on site * Promote a safety culture on site at all times and promote the use of the SOR (safety observation reporting) Required Skills / Qualifications * Must be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland * Relevant third level qualification in Environmental, Health & Safety (Diploma or Degree qualified) * Ideally 1+ year's experience of environmental, health and safety work * Good knowledge of environmental, health and safety practices and standards * Ability to work in a team environment and can engage, motivate and work with team members and site personnel * Strong communication & computer skills * Ability to work on own initiative and possess strong interpersonal and communications skills * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Microsoft Windows Operating System * Experience working in a construction site environment (preferred) * Position based in Dublin Remuneration Good package on offer for the right person in line with qualifications and experience