Health & Safety Officer

Due to expansion CTS has a new role for a health and safety officer. This is a varied and developing role supporting the Health and Safety Manager across CTS Projects. The position requires a proactive individual who can work on their own initiative, while also collaborating with operational teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

The role will involve travel across Northern Ireland and occasionally Southern Ireland. You will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, 9am - 5pm; however this may vary.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting the Health and Safety Manager in the implementation and continuous improvement of health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) systems
• Liaison with the Health and Safety Manager assisting with the generation and maintenance of quality documentation.
• Supporting the reporting, investigation and documentation of incidents, near misses and non-conformances
• Overseeing health and safety training compliance and coordination across the organisation
• Undertaking site inspections, audits and supporting the completion and review of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)
• Supporting internal auditing processes and ISO management systems (9001, 14001, 45001)
• Assisting with compliance monitoring and ensuring standards are maintained across projects
• Coordinating health and safety training and competency requirements across the business
• Working closely with operational teams to promote safe systems of work and positive safety culture
• Supporting the development and delivery of health and safety initiatives and campaigns across the business
• Undertake any other duty deemed necessary by Management, to ensure the efficient running of the business Health & Safety :
• Comply with all company health and safety policies and procedures at all times
• Promote and support safe working practices across all sites
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions in a timely manner
• Support the implementation and adherence to risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Ensure all relevant risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are understood, signed and followed
• Follow safe manual handling practices in line with company procedures QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Qualifications and Experience:
• NEBOSH general certificate or equivalent Health and Safety qualification
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the Engineering, Construction Industry or similar environment in a Health & Safety role
• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance within the construction industry
• Understanding of safe systems of work within construction environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams)
• Strong Knowledge of Legislation in relation to Health & Safety
• Working experience of auditing / operating ISO 9001/14001/18001 [HA1] accreditation system
• Full UK driving licence (essential) Attributes/Skills: The successful candidate will:
• Be proactive and willing to learn and develop
• Have good organisational and communication skills
• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrate attention to detail
• Have a positive and practical approach to problem solving
• Be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment In addition:-
• As the majority of the work will be conducted in Public Sector or Housing Associations properties, we will require a recent Enhanced Access NI certificate CTS will perform a Access NI check as part of the on-boarding process.
• Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from employment. We operate a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is available on request and forms part of our employee handbook provided at the point of secure employment.
• We have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information, which is available on request and is also included in our employee handbook.
• The role may also require the successful candidate to undertake work specific training on the job or externally. CTS is an equal opportunities employer [HA1] Should this be 45001?