Health and Safety Manager

Country: Ireland
City:Castlemungret
Req ID:521493

About Irish Cement

Irish Cement Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of CRH plc and has manufactured cement in Ireland for over 85 years. It operates two cement-manufacturing facilities one situated in Platin approximately 5km from Drogheda Co. Louth and a second in Castlemungret Co. Limerick. Production uses the most advanced energy-efficient technology to create a range of high-quality cements to the highest Irish and International standards.

Irish Cement Limited is seeking applications for the position of a full time Health and Safety Manager in Limerick Cement Works Castlemungret Co. Limerick Irish Cement Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of CRH plc and has manufactured cement in Ireland for over 85 years. It operates two cement-manufacturing facilities one situated in Platin approximately 5km from Drogheda Co. Louth and a second in Castlemungret Co. Limerick. Production uses the most advanced energy-efficient technology to create a range of high quality cements to the highest Irish and International standards.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Plant Manager and have responsibility for the following:

Drive awareness engagement and improvement throughout the company in the areas of Health Safety and Welfare.

Keep the company abreast of relevant developments in Health and Safety (Legislation Guidelines and relevant Standards).

Monitor adherence to the safety policy through conducting regular safety audits and hazard inspections.

Advise senior management on the actions needed to reduce the levels of occupational risk.

Maintain site and CRH safety Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Develop accident reduction and prevention programmes.

Create annual site safety initiative programme.

Ensure site compliance with CRH life saving rules and CRH annual initiatives.

Investigate accidents and liaise with management to identify and execute the necessary corrective actions.

Coordinate the safekeeping of statutory records of examinations with respective departments.

Organise and deliver presentations toolbox talks and manage transport safety audits.

Design plan conduct and /or coordinate and record appropriate health and safety training programs.

Maintain a continuous improvement Induction programme for contractors employees and visitors coming on site.

Continuously review Health & Safety Policy / Safety Statements and recommend revisions / amendments as appropriate.

Actively liaise with external bodies (e.g. HSA) and within the CRH group on health & safety matters.

Drive health and safety engagement and consultation across the site.

The above list is not exhaustive. The successful candidate will be expected to perform duties as necessitated by the changing role and the overall business objectives of the Company as directed.

Essential Qualifications Knowledge and Experience:

The candidate should bring a positive attitude and self-starting ability with the aptitude to take ownership of projects as required and see them through to completion. Along with:

Degree level qualification with a diploma or equivalent in Health and Safety.

Minimum 5 years experience in a similar H&S management role preferably within the construction materials quarrying or heavy industrial sector.

Knowledge of industrial processes and systems.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Strong IT skills.

Experience in ISO 45001 implementation and auditing.

Ability to show leadership and management skills to meet business objectives while maintaining a safe working environment.

This vacancy provides an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to join the CRH group. CRH is a leading provider of building materials solutions that build connect and improve our world. Employing 78500 people at 3390 operating locations in 28 countries CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for road and critical utility infrastructure commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions CRHs unique offering of materials products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies.

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