Health and Safety Officer

Health and Safety Officer

Introduction

Based in Ashbourne, Co. Meath and established in 1950, McKeon Contech Ltd T/a McKeon Group and Hereworks is a digital first innovator in the construction, building services and smart building sectors, specialising in the planning, management and delivery of detail-focused, high-quality projects for our clients. We operate across a range of sectors including commercial, hospitality, healthcare, pharmaceutical, industrial, retail and education.

We live by our Core Values of Client Commitment, Integrity, Sustainability Quality and Brilliance. All the team are committed to making McKeon Group and Hereworks a world leader in Construction and Technology and enjoying the journey along the way.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional and motivated teams. Great care and attention go into recruitment; we want to work with high quality, experienced people who will add to the culture, competencies and ethos.

What's the Opportunity?

We have a number of exciting projects due to start in the coming months, and we are seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join our team and assist us in ensuring we fulfil our promise to plan, communicate and deliver projects of the highest standard with an emphasis on safety, sustainability and quality.  

Reporting to:

EHS Manager

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all EHS legislation in consultation with the H&S Manager 
  • Work with the EHS team to ensure company compliance with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018
  • Preparation of Job Specific Safety Plans
  • Notifications (AF2) to HSA 
  • Preparation of RAMS
  • Work Permit Applications
  • Site Visits / Inspections / Audits
  • Approval of subcontractor RAMS
  • Subcontractor Safety Reviews
  • Induction Talks
  • Toolbox Talks
  • Employee Safety Training Reviews
  • Attendance at and reporting at site meetings where relevant
  • Preparation/compilation of various elements of Pre-Qualification packages
  • Other duties/projects as required 

Benefits of joining us in the Health and Safety Officer Role

  • McKeon Group prides itself on its exceptional and motivated people, and you will be joining a professional, warm, welcoming and enthusiastic team
  • Pension Scheme
  • Income Protection and Death in Service Scheme
  • Membership of Employee Assistance Programme
  • Excellent opportunity to advance your career and progress within the Group
  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  • Regular Company and Team Events
  • Subsidised EV charging at head office

Skills / Experience / Qualifications Required

  • A third Level Degree in Environmental / Health and Safety is preferable but not essential
  • Minimum 3 years experience in H&S in Construction, ideally with a Main Contractor  
  • Excellent verbal and written English with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels within the Company
  • Have a high level of competency and accuracy in writing and maintaining clear and professional documentation
  • Previous experience with Procore and iAuditor is an advantage
  • Possess strong planning, organisational and teamwork skills
  • Experience working in live environments, such as educational facilities, beneficial 
  • Ability to build strong relationships with clients, staff and subcontractors
  • A strong commitment to promoting a culture of Safety and continuous improvement throughout the organisation
  • Should be honest, flexible, hardworking, able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
  • The role would suit an enthusiastic, hardworking, hands-on and motivated individual

Salary:

DOE: Starting from €40,000 per annum

Location:

Projects are located mainly across Leinster, and our Head Office is in Ashbourne Co. Meath

McKeon Group Core Values