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Job Title: QHSE Officer

Reports to: Managing Director

Job function: To support all Quality, Health and Safety and Environmental activities. Ensure all QHSE activities and documents are up to date. Work closely with all teams within the company.

Requirements:

Education
● 3rd level qualification in health and safety (Minimum FETAC Level 6).
● Quality Assurance/ Technical Qualification desirable.
● Minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).

Skills & Experience
● 1-3 years of experience in a similar role is desirable.
● Member of IOSH, minimum Tech IOSH Level preferred CMIOSH (or equivalent).
● Experience in managing and implementing QHSE Management Systems.
● Lead Auditor for ISO Management Systems.
● Good knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001.
● Experience in Chemical Safety and Chemical Control is desirable but not essential.
● Excellent Presentation, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities:

● To cultivate and promote a positive QHSE culture and effective implementation of the policy.
● Assist the leadership team to develop, manage and monitor the QHSE performance of the company.
● Planning QHSE, setting objectives and performance standards.
● Monitor and advise on all QHSE matters, issues and concerns to ensure Company compliance with statutory requirements, Company and contractual requirements and good industry practice.
● Liaise with Customers and Supply Chains regarding QHSE matters, ensuring their expectations are met.
● Responsible for the Company’s QHSE processes and procedures to ensure the Company maintains its ISO 9001:2015; Safe Contractor accreditations.
● Implementation of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018
● Responsible for management of and liaison with QSHE auditors to acquire/maintain Company’s accreditations.
● Conduct audits to evaluate the effectiveness of systems and procedures, identifying and assisting in implementing improvements.
● Manage and monitor emergency procedures, signage, PPE, chemical control etc.
● Log, report, maintain and manage all accidents, incidents and near misses statistics as required by the Company’s management.
● Report and investigate all accidents, incidents and near-miss reports and close out with the appropriate lessons learnt/corrective actions. 
● Where applicable, report any lost time incidents to the HSA in the appropriate time frame and manner.
● Report on Company’s QSHE performance to the leadership team and statutory authorities as / when required.
● Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
● Ensuring that all staff at all levels are given the appropriate QHSE information, instruction and training using internal and external resources when required and maintain QHSE training records.
● Maintain awareness of evolving industry QHSE regulations and best practices and how they could be applied to the Company’s operations.
● Act as Subject Matter Expert for QHSE matters.
● Control Suppliers and sub-contractors by means of QHSE re-qualification before allowing them to work on site on behalf of the Company.
● Manage and arrange the Company’s annual Safety Week, working with the Company’s BU QHSE colleagues.
● Produce further analysis and reports as may be required by Directors or Management from time to time.
● Assign and monitor all training, ensuring all certificates are up to date.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks: 
● Cultivate and promote a positive QHSE culture and effective implementation of policies and procedures.
● Manage the implementation and development of the ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 Management System Requirements.
● Conduct audits to evaluate the effectiveness of systems and procedures, identifying and assisting in implementing improvements.
● Ensure Policies, Procedures and Templates are reviewed periodically with the relevant team members and controlled through the Document Management Control System.
● Implement Corporate Guidelines and Directives through the local Document Management System.
● Coordinate and participate in Certification Audits, Customer Audits and Corporate Audits.
● Site Audits and Documentation Audits.
● Assist with Supplier and Contractor Approval Surveys.
● Customer Complaints Investigation Support.
● Safety Statement periodic reviews.
● Collaborating with the Service Team in the development, sign and evolution of RAMS.
● Near Miss and Accident Investigation Support.
● Risk Assessment Programme for respective areas.
● Compile, deliver and/or organise internal third-party training as required.
● Management of Customer Portals.
● Emergency Planning, including Fire Drills etc.
● Support in the specification and approval of PPE.
● Monitor compliance with applicable Health and Safety Legislation.
● Participate in new members' onboarding.
● Travel to customer sites throughout the island of Ireland and occasionally to other Veolia Business Units in Europe.

 
Requirements And Core Competencies:

Ownership & Accountability: To work efficiently and effectively, and to take full ownership and accountability for resolving all queries – and to seek direction and approval from management where required.

Professional Relationships: To maintain strong and professional relationships with customers and colleagues, and to deliver excellent service to both to the very best of your abilities at all times.

Team Player: To proactively contribute to the Company’s success and act as a responsible team player to support colleagues and the best interests of the Company at all times.

Continuous Improvement: To commit to the ongoing success of the Company and undertake to actively identify and deliver continuous improvement and growth within the Company.

IT Skills: To commit to continuous learning and the use of the latest IT equipment and software as required by the role.

Policies & Procedures: To follow Company Directives and adhere to Company Policies and Procedures at all times.

Flexibility: To demonstrate a flexible approach to working hours in order to cope with urgent situations and an unexpected workload as well as a willingness to undertake the additional duties which may be required from time to time.

Salary: €45,000 - €50,000