Health & Safety Advisor

Breedon Group plc
CA - Ontario - Kingston
June 29, 2024

Health & Safety Advisor

Application Deadline: 30 June 2024

Department: Health and Safety

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Kingscourt Brick, Drumgill, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan

Description

Breedon Group plc is a listed construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland employing around 3,500 people. It operates two cement plants and an extensive network of quarries, asphalt plants and ready-mixed concrete plants, together with slate production, concrete and clay products manufacturing and highway maintenance operations.

Reporting to the Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing (Cement), as the Health and Safety Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and compliance of cement products manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for risk assessment, training programmes, preparation of communications and tool box talks, incident reporting & investigation, reporting and site audits to maintain a safe and secure work environment, supporting the Breedon Home, Safe and Well programme.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop effective strategies for risk mitigation.
Training: Develop and deliver comprehensive health and safety training programmes for employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
Incident Management: Investigate and report on workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and industry best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
Safety Policies: Develop, implement, and update health and safety policies and procedures, fostering a culture of safety throughout the organisation.
Emergency Response: Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures, including evacuation plans and first aid protocols.
Conduct health, safety and environment internal audits
Work closely with the Breedon Health Safety and wellbeing team in Ireland and Great Britain

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 3 years relevant experience as a Health and Safety Advisor in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the construction products industry.
Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
Experience in preparing and implementing risk assessments and associated control procedures
Experience of health and safety management systems
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively train and engage employees at all levels.
Internal audit experience
Experience with incident investigation and reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
Professional certifications in health and safety is a plus.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the Republic of Ireland. Please note that we cannot offer visa sponsorship for this position. Proof of eligibility to work will be required as part of the application process.

The role is ROI Midlands based and the candidate should be prepared to travel routinely within that region. Occasional additional travel might be required.

Some more important info!

25 days annual leave + 10 Bank holidays
Enhanced employer pension contributions
Group Life Assurance
Induction and buddy programme
Training and development opportunities
Employee assistance programme
Access to our Benefits hub
Free onsite parking
Gym on site, putting green and walking track

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Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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