Health and Safety Specialist

Our client, a large multi-purpose Co-operative is seeking a Health and Safety Specialist to join their team in Sligo.Responsibilities:Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders in relation to Health & Safety (H&S) activitiesDevelop and implement necessary H&S procedures and policies and ensure compliance with legislation, codes, standards, and industry best practiceFacilitate sites teams in the execution of planned inspections, risk assessments, training needs analysis, PPE surveys and occupational health & hygiene surveysEnsure all accidents and incidents are thoroughly recorded and investigated by Management to identify route causes and ensure that effective corrective actions are taken as requiredPublish monthly reports to management on incidents and accidentsWork with external medical/occupational health resources to identify, control and provide information to employees on site occupational health hazardsMaintain records of all relevant H&S documentation, reports, files, forms, etc. using the company's software and a suitable, electronic filing system, such as SharePointMonitor and review site specific H&S KPIsTrain or organise training for staff at all levels on H&S issues and responsibilities, including induction.Publish regular communications/pamphlets to sites highlighting H&S issues and best practiceRequirements:A relevant qualification in Occupational Safety and Health with at least 3 years' experienceStrong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work with all levels of staff & stakeholdersDrive for achieving a high standard of workAbility to work well as part of a team and to work on their own initiativeAttention to detailGood working knowledge of Microsoft packageFlexibility in working duties and areas of work