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Our client is looking to recruit a Health and Safety Officer to work as part of the team at their production facility in Co. Mayo near the Roscommon border.

The successful candidate will be based at their primary production plant and will:
• Update & conduct site risk assessments;
• Assist in Health & Safety training for new employees;
• Carry out regular internal Health & Safety audits;
• Assist safety personnel in preparing safety manuals and guidelines;
• Collaborate with departmental heads in implementing any new Health & Safety processes;
• Ensure all Health & Safety related documentation is up-to-date;
• Assist in the organisation of Health & Safety training for employees where required;
• Collaborate with management to monitor compliance and identify safety issues.

The ideal candidate will have or be able to demonstrate:
• 1 - 2 years' experience in a similar role would be beneficial but is not essential. We would also welcome applications from candidates with greater experience in this field;
• Good interpersonal relationships, ability to build a good team and cross-functional relationships so that all information, both written and verbal, is clearly communicated to the relevant stakeholders;
• Focus on continuous improvement and implementation of problem-solving techniques and standardisation;
• Ability to implement good follow-up and control in all aspects of the role;
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise tasks as necessary;
• Min. Level 6 QQI in Health and Safety Required;
• Knowledge and compliance of H&S Legislation.
• Manual Handling Instructor and/or Forklift Instructor training would be beneficial;
• IT proficient in Microsoft Office.

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