EHS Officer

Greenvolt Next is committed to the Distributed Energy Generation, as this is one of the main axes of energy transition and key to reduce the costs of energy bills. We have partnerships across Europe relying on local knowledge and market expertise.

The principal purpose of the Health and Safety Advisor role is to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company requirements on site, contributing to the overall safety and well-being of personnel. The position exists to implement and maintain the company's Safety Management System, identify and address training needs, and support the Health and Safety Manager in fostering a safe working environment.

RequirementsKey Accountabilities

• Conduct site inspections and audits, ensuring site personnel comply with all safety and company requirements, and report findings to the Head of EHS.
• Review sub-contractors Methods Statements / Risk Assessments and assist where required.
• Ensure that site personnel comply with site safety and company requirements.
• Implement and maintain company's Safety Management System.
• Identifying training needs, and report requirements to the EHS Dept.
• Deliver and oversee workplace health and safety inductions, weekly toolbox talks, on-site training, and safety initiatives.
• Organising and chairing Safety Meetings.
• Implement common standards and procedures to drive continual improvement and a consistent approach to EHS throughout the Business.
• Maintain and assess sub-contractor insurance, safety statements, and method statements.
• Assist with accident and incident investigations, identify opportunities to reduce workplace injuries, accidents, and health issues, and contribute to improvement initiatives.
• Submit weekly reports.
• Advising and assisting the site teams in drafting Safe Plans of Action.
• Responsible for workplace health and safety training, toolbox talks meetings and initiatives with regular safety audits throughout the company, attending client safety audits and meetings.
• Support corporate EHS activities and drive a Culture of EHS throughout the business to reduce incidents.
• Ensures compliance with safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Working in a dynamic team the post holder will assist with building and managing complex engineering & construction projects.
• Identify issues and risks at the earliest opportunity and resolve or escalate issues as appropriate.
• Ensure our core Customer Care principles are adhered to.
• Implement EHS strategies that align with company goals and objectives.
• Manage EHS programmes throughout the Business
• Provide oversight and governance of our EHS programmes
• Support EHS performance reporting standards and to work collaboratively to verify EHS Compliance to Business standards.
• Strong understanding of Irish EHS Regulations and relevant ISO Standards.
• Liaise with external interested parties such as HSA, EPA and Local Authorities.
• Additional Duties as assigned by your manager  

The job description is intended as a guideline and may evolve over time to meet the needs of the role and the organization 

Qualifications:

·         Relevant 3rd Level EHS qualification essential.

·         Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role is essential.

·         Experience working in the Construction Sector desired.

·         Proficiency in using Microsoft Office required.

·         Excellent organisational and planning skills.

·         Demonstrated ability to communicate and work well in a team environment.

·         Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite tools

BenefitsAdditional Benefits after successful completion of probation

• Health Insurance
• Company Pension
• Death in Service
• Income Protection
• Professional Membership fees
• Training and CPD

This job description is intended as a general guideline and is not exhaustive; it is a flexible document and may be subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the company.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity! Note this role is based in Ireland and you must be based in Ireland to complete the tasks of this role

We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone.

Please note: We do not require assistance from recruitment agencies and will not be accepting unsolicited agency submissions for this vacancy.