Company Description

Are you looking for a meaningful experience with high stakes in your company?

And you’d like to work in a company committed to the environment? Join Veolia!

Veolia aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Our mission to “Resource the world” demonstrates the unwavering commitment of our 220,000 employees to creating a positive impact for our planet.

By joining Veolia, not only will you become a Resourcer, but you will also take part in providing complete solutions for water treatment. By innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource and product recovery, we want to offer water related solutions suited for every application.

At Water Tech Ireland, we are committed to empowering our employees, to make their own decisions and to make a real difference. We are looking for like-minded people who can share our passion for Health and Safety!

Become a player in ecological transformation by joining us! 🌿🌍

Job Description

Main responsibilities

To cultivate and promote a positive QHSE culture and effective implementation of the policy.
Assist the leadership team to develop, manage and monitor the QHSE performance of the company.
Planning QHSE, setting objectives and performance standards.
Monitor and advise on all QHSE matters, issues and concerns to ensure Company compliance with statutory requirements, Company and contractual requirements and good industry practice.
Liaise with Customers and Supply Chains, regarding QHSE matters, ensuring their expectations are met.
Responsible for Company’s QHSE processes and procedures to ensure the Company maintains its ISO 9001:2015; Safe Contractor accreditations.
Implementation of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018
Responsible for management of and liaison with QSHE auditors to acquire/maintain Company’s accreditations.
Conduct audits to evaluate the effectiveness of systems and procedures, identifying and assisting implementing improvements.
Manage and monitor emergency procedures, signage, PPE, chemical control etc.
Log, report, maintain and manage all accident; incident and near miss statistics as required by the Company’s management.
Report and investigate all accidents, incidents and near miss reports and close out with the appropriate lessons learnt/corrective actions.
Where applicable, report any lost time incidents to the HSA in the appropriate time frame and manner.
Report on Company’s QSHE performance to the leadership team and statutory authorities as / when required.
Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Ensuring that all staff at all levels are given the appropriate QHSE, information, instruction and training using internal and external resources when required and maintain QHSE training records.
Maintain awareness of evolving industry QHSE regulations and best practice and how they could be applied to the Company’s operations.
Act as Subject Matter Expert for QHSE matters.
Control Suppliers and Sub Contractors by means of QHSE re-qualification before allowing them to work on site on behalf of the Company.
Manage and arrange the Company’s annual Safety Week working with the Company’s BU QHSE colleagues.
Produce further analysis and reports as may be required by Directors, or Management from time to time.
Resolve and / or escalate issues in a timely fashion.

Key Responsibilities & and Tasks:

Cultivate and promote a positive QHS culture and effective implementation of policies and procedures
Manage the implementation and development of the ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 Management System Requirements
Conduct audits to evaluate the effectiveness of systems and procedures, identifying and assisting in implementing improvements
Ensure Policies, Procedures and Templates are reviewed on a periodic basis with the relevant team members and controlled through the Document Management Control System
Implement Corporate Guidelines and Directive through the local Document Management System
Coordinate and participate in Certification Audits, Customer Audits and Corporate Audits
Site Audits and Documentation Audits
Assist with Supplier and Contractor Approval Surveys
Customer Complaints Investigation Support
Safety Statement periodic reviews
Collaborating with the Service Team in the development, sign and evolution of RAMS
Near Miss and Accident Investigation Support
Risk Assessment Programme for respective areas
Compile, Deliver and/or organise internal third-party training as required
Management of Customer Portals
Emergency Planning, including Fire Drills etc.
Support in the specification and approval of PPE
Monitor compliance with applicable Health and Safety Legislation
Participate in new members' onboarding
Travel to customer sites throughout the island of Ireland and occasionally to other Veolia Business Units in Europe

Qualifications

Minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
Member of IOSH minimum Tech IOSH Level preferred CMIOSH (or equivalent)
Experience in a similar role
Experience in managing and implementing Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems
Lead Auditor for ISO Management Systems
Knowledge of the water treatment / pharmaceutical industry
3rd level qualification in health and safety (Minimum FETAC Level 6)
Quality Assurance/ Technical Qualification desirable
Experience with Document Management Systems and Control
Three years of experience in a similar role is desirable
Sound Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001
Experience of Chemical Safety and Chemical Control is desirable but not essential
Extensive Knowledge of Office
Excellent Presentation, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills

Additional Information

We offer you the opportunity to join a Group whose goal is to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation! 🌿🌍

What are the advantages of joining us?

Be part of a forward-thinking collaborative team who will focus on your future career and development both locally and internationally
Possibility to be part of exciting projects outside of your daily work/ scope for your company
We are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible
Veolia is committed to a global social pact for its employees in all its geographic regions.

But also:

Flexible working
Competitive pension
Health Insurance
Opportunities for growth and development

Here at Veolia Water Tech, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes - but we are saying don't worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Quality, Health and Safety Officer

Benefits

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