EHS Advisor

Ayrton Group are seeking an EHS Advisor for a pharmaceutical construction project based in Waterford.

The EHS Advisor will be responsible for advising on overall compliance in matters of Environmental Health & Safety in accordance with client policies and relevant statutory provisions. The EHS Advisor must lead by example and serve as a role model in mobilising the team and ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are adopted on-site.

This is an initial 3-month contract role with the potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting regular, formal site audits and carrying out inspections as directed in the Safety Management System.
• Ensuring that a record of statutory inspections is kept for all activities and plant equipment.
• Advising and instructing on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.).
• Assisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements.
• Reviewing existing policies and measures and updating according to legislation.
• Inspecting premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment).
• Performing incident reporting and near misses and follow up actions, identifying root causes, and implementing changes to prevent reoccurrences.
• Reviewing subcontractor Safety Statements and Safety Compliance.
• Reviewing Safe Work Plans for the tasks on site.
• Managing Health & Safety paperwork on-site.
• Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employees.
• Delivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors.
• Delivering Toolbox Talks as required.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of a Level 7 qualification in Health and Safety, or similar, is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an on-site Safety position is preferred.
• Construction experience required.
• Experience with chemical waste would be beneficial.
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling required.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be innovative.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• You must be legally permitted to live and work in Ireland.