Health and Safety Officer Maternity Cover

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, career minded individual who is keen to start or progress their career within Dunbia. This individual will work as part of our existing Health, Safety and Environmental team on a fixed term contract.

The successful candidate will be based at our Dungannon site 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 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. We would also welcome applications from candidates with greater experience in this field;
• Good interpersonal relationships, ability to build 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;
• Degree in Health and Safety Required
• Chartered or working towards Chartered membership of IOSH with NEBOSH Certificate (desirable)
• Knowledge and compliance of H&S Legislation.
• Manual Handling Instructor and/or Forklift Instructor training would be beneficial;
• IT proficient in Microsoft Office and experience of other management systems.

Benefits: 

• Enhanced Holiday
• Free On-Site Car Carking
• Subsidised Canteen
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Cover
• Discounted Staff Shop
• Phone and Car Insurance Perks
• Free Health Surveillance
• Ongoing Training and Progression Opportunities
• Employee Engagement Activities
• Give Aways (Free meat seasonally)
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Death in Service scheme

This role operates on a Monday to Friday basis, however, all candidates must be flexible to meet the demands of the business.