Environmental Health & Safety Officer Job Derry

Salary £30,000 - £40,000

Company: Our client, a leading engineering company based in Derry, are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health & Safety Officer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic organisation committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies.
• Conduct regular audits to maintain ISO certification (OHSAS 45001/ISO14001).
• Investigate accidents, identify root causes, and update documentation.
• Manage employers' liability insurance claims and liaise with insurance professionals.
• Provide support for incident investigation and reporting.
• Conduct various risk assessments and develop safe working procedures.
• Perform facility and equipment inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Manage and control all HSE systems and schedules.
• Conduct occupational health and safety surveys and make recommendations.
• Develop and test emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Organize employee health surveillance and communicate findings.
• Monitor the "permit-to-work" system and contractor compliance.
• Develop, implement, and enforce HSE policies in line with legislation.
• Implement environmental initiatives to minimize waste and energy consumption.
• Maintain and update HSE documentation.
• Ensure availability of medical, first aid, and occupational health resources.
• Organize and facilitate emergency preparedness and response training.
• Coordinate statutory inspections and certifications.

Essential Criteria:

• General NEBOSH or safety training certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Health & Safety Management Role.
• Knowledge of HSE legislation and best practices.
• Experience in maintaining HSE systems across a business.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, report writing, and document management.
• Familiarity with HSE Management Systems, Accident Investigation, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001.

Personal Skills:

• Strong HSE management skills.
• Proficiency in health and safety management systems.
• Ability to investigate accidents and incidents.
• Knowledge of IMS 45001 & 14001  and NEBOSH.
• Familiarity with environmental management systems.

If you are a proactive and experienced Health and Safety Officer seeking a new challenge with a reputable engineering company in Derry, we encourage you to apply. Join a team committed to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

To apply, please submit your CV  detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.