Title: Health and Safety Officer

Location: Cavan

We are seeking a Quality Environmental Health & Safety Officer for a manufacturing company based in Co Cavan.

We are seeking candidates with a “can do” attitude along with a high level of motivation and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities:

• The QEHS Officer will provide Quality, Environmental, Health &Safety support to operations ensuring that all relevant certifiable standards, policies, procedures and customer requirements are adhered to and conform to legal and safety legislation.


• Drive and support the site in the implementation of best working practices and strategies while demonstrating a pro- active working style.


• Ensure manufactured product meets brand and customer specifications and health and safety requirements.


• Lead, manage, coach and develop individuals and participate in audits preparation and projects to maintain all site accreditations and certifications.


• Develop and foster a culture of constant improvement regarding health and safety and environmental principles.


• Assist with regular Safety/quality team meetings within the company.


• Effectively interact with Production and Development teams to maintain quality and QEHS aspects.


• Liaise with technical staff in carrying out tests and checks to compile customer reports.


• Considering the application of environmental and health and safety standards.


• Defining quality procedures in conjunction with operating staff.


• Monitoring performance by gathering relevant data and producing statistical reports.


• Maintain the quality assurance function in close co-operation with customers and with the Company's Management team


• Identifying relevant quality-related training needs and delivering training.

Essential Criteria

• Appropriate qualification in Health & Safety and Environmental - Degree level


• 2 years+ experience in Quality, EHS & ISO Systems desirable


• Ability to plan and manage multiple projects and conflicting demands


• Excellent initiative and ability to act proactively to develop a QEHS culture on site

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