Health & Safety Officer

We are seeking an experienced Safety Officer to join our client in Cambridge. The role will report to the Project Manager and will be responsible for advising on overall compliance in matters of Health & Safety in accordance with our policies  and relevant statutory provisions.  The Safety Officer must lead by example and serve as a role model in mobilising the team and ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are adopted onsite.

This project is a 350 unit residential development near Cambridge University which is due to run for 2 years. This is a permanent, PAYE position.

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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
• Delivering and completing statutory notifications to the Health & Safety Authority and conducting inspector site visits as required
• Delivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors
• Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employees
• Assisting Site Management in compiling cost records and forecasts for all issues associated with Health & Safety including, but not limited to, contra charges, training, purchases, etc.
• Organising and chairing site Safety Meetings
• Reviewing sub-contractors’ Safety Statements and Safety Compliance
• Assisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements
• Maintaining and communicating site Emergency Plans
• Conducting preliminary accident investigations and statutory notifications, while keeping Group Safety Manager updated
• Ensuring First Aiders are available and that all necessary supplies and certificates are maintained
• Collating relevant information for inclusion in the Safety File in preparation for handover to the Client

Requirements

• Health and Safety Cert, Diploma or Degree is essential
• 2 years on site Safety Officer experience, ideally in construction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in the construction industry

For more information or to apply directly please email cian.kavanagh@sonastechnical.com

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