Group Health and Safety Officer

Job Title: Group Health and Safety Officer
Department: Health & Safety
Reports To: Group Health & Safety Manager
Location: Dublin
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Group Health and Safety Officer to join a leading Food Manufacturing group. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all employees and visitors across the site. The officer will work closely with various departments to develop implement and maintain health and safety programs with a strong focus on compliance with legal regulations company policies and accident prevention. The role will involve managing contractor safety conducting audits risk assessments training and reporting on safety performance all while fostering a safety-first culture throughout the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Health & Safety Coordination: Assist the Group Health & Safety Manager in coordinating health and safety activities across the site ensuring the smooth execution of safety procedures and policies.
• Return to Work (RTW) Management: Manage the return-to-work process for employees post-work-related absence ensuring proper documentation and a safe reintegration process.
• Risk Assessments & Mitigation: Conduct regular and thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards implement corrective actions and assess new equipment and processes for safety risks.
• SOP Development: Write review and update Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with current safety standards and best practices.
• Training Management: Maintain and oversee training trackers to ensure all employees are up to date with the necessary health and safety training programs.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into accidents and incidents identify root causes and ensure corrective actions are taken to prevent recurrence.
• Auditing & Compliance: Conduct audits and inspections of the workplace to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Contractor Liaison: Serve as the main point of contact for contractors on-site ensuring they follow all safety protocols and are provided with the appropriate documentation and orientation.
• Product Complaints & Investigations: Oversee the investigation and resolution of any product complaints recalls or quality incidents related to safety.
• Emergency Preparedness: Organize and lead regular emergency drills and training ensuring the workforce is prepared for potential emergency situations.
• Continuous Improvement: Foster a proactive safety culture by identifying and implementing continuous improvements in safety practices across the plant.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Health & Safety Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation FMCG safety standards and best practices in risk management.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Expertise in identifying hazards and proactively taking measures to mitigate them.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effectively conveying safety policies and procedures.
• Problem Solving: Ability to make quick decisions during safety incidents and provide practical solutions to minimize risks.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot safety issues during risk assessments audits and compliance checks.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide safety initiatives and work cross-functionally with various teams.
• Training & Development: Ability to develop and deliver engaging training programs while keeping up to date with the latest safety regulations.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Experience: Proven experience in a Health & Safety role preferably in the FMCG or manufacturing industry with a focus on managing health and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.
• Qualifications: NEBOSH IOSH or equivalent health and safety certifications are highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with health and safety software training systems and Microsoft Office.