QEHS Officer

QEHS Officer- Carlow, Ireland

€40,000-60,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Package

Our client is a leading engineering services contractor known for delivering top notch projects in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection, Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), BIM (Building Information Modelling), Off Site Fabrication and Geo-Surveying. Due to its continued growth we are seeking to hire experienced QEHS Officer who will play a crucial role in the successful execution and delivery of diverse engineering projects. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Managing the day-to-day Health & Safety, Environmental & Quality functions. 

• Responsible for developing, promoting & monitoring the HSEQ culture across all activities. 

• Provide professional support & advice to the Senior Management Team (Design & Manufacture) on Occupational Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality matters. 

• Assist our people (employees & contractors) in respect of compliance with relevant legislation, client standards & contractual agreements. 

• Responsible for & ensuring that all products are designed and manufactured in accordance with company Quality systems, Safety standards & Customer requirements. 

• Responsible for the permitting of works within the facility, ensuring that all EHS & Quality expectations are considered and complied with. 

• Assist with quality control functions including oversight of incoming inspections, process controls and audits. 

• Ensure all relevant documentation is prepared & updated in line with all quality & regulatory guidelines & promotes full compliance. 

• Lead quality initiatives e.g. providing technical support, process improvements programs. 

• Responsible for the implementation of all applicable ISO standards. 

• Ensure that communications between the Group EHS & Group Quality departments are clear and accurate for implementation by the team. 

• Analyse problems & follow through with effective solutions. 

• Prepares and reviews documentation to ensure all required records and reports are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures and implement appropriate corrective action as required. 

• Identify and coordinate construction EHS training to meet regulatory requirements and improve construction EHS awareness & performance across the company. 

• Ensuring adherence to ISO14001/1SO45001/ISO9001 standards. 

• Drive the implementation of programs and initiatives to foster a strong safety culture. 

• Reports to the Group EHS Manager/ Group Quality Manager and General Manager. 

• Dealing with customer complaints, ensuring that all relevant documents & traceability are in place. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

  Key Requirements: 

• Experience in Quality Management Systems in a busy manufacturing environment. 

• Experience in EHS Management Systems in a busy manufacturing environment. 

• Academic qualification in Safety (Min NEBOSH Diploma) and/or Quality Systems. 

• Strong organisational skills. 

• Technical capability. 

• Team player with ability to work on own initiative. 

• Detail oriented with ability to operate to strict deadlines. 

• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. 

• Excellent IT skills. 

• Comfortable working in a busy environment. 

• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to build respect and influence at all levels. 

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package. 

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. 

• Work-life balance.

• Training and development programs.

Please apply with your updated CV and we will contact you in return for a confidential discussion.  

Ideal candidate must have rights to work in Ireland. All applicants can expect a response after 24 hours.