Safety Officer

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Safety Officer

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Job description

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to one position of Safety Officer in the OPW Building Maintenance Service based in Dublin. Competition Reference 2024/067 Essential Eligibility Criteria: (at the closing date) A Level 7 Qualification (National Framework of Qualifications), in Occupational Health and Safety, (or equivalent) OR A Level 8 Qualification (National Framework of Qualifications), in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent) Irish or Foreign qualification (deemed in a similar field of study) recognised as equivalent to the above qualification on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Satisfactory experience of Occupational Health & Safety and construction work, knowledge of construction methods, site and visitor management; no less than one year post-graduate experience for applicants with a Level 8 Qualification; no less than three years’ post-graduate experience for applicants with a Level 7 Qualification. A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B & W and use of own transport;**1,2 Note:** (1) If your Irish driving licence is restricted to driving cars with an automatic transmission only (denoted by the code 78 appearing on the licence), you are not eligible. (2)From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland. It is not legal for driving purposes and must therefore be exchanged. It is vital that you have a valid driving licence and that you are legally allowed to drive in Ireland by exchanging a UK/NI licence for an Irish driving licence. Further information available on: www.ndls.ie In addition to the minimum eligibility requirements, ideally candidates must: • Have a comprehensive knowledge of hazards associated with this work and knowledge of how to control same; Have a comprehensive knowledge of construction and general health and safety management systems; Have a comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety Management as it applies to publically accessible sites and visitor attractions; Be computer literate and have the necessary IT skills to carry out duties; Possess a high level of interpersonal and communication skills; Have comprehensive knowledge of systems management including records management and reporting. Have experience of working with occupational health and safety management systems such as ISO45001 Desirable Qualifications and Knowledge Training in human resources administration, payroll, accounts and records management supported by usage of relevant computer applications; Knowledge and/or experience in the procurement of goods and services; Stores operative/administration experience and/or training; Knowledge and/or experience of Health and Safety requirements in the workplace; If you are interested in being considered for the above position and are satisfied that you meet the criteria as outlined above.

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Career Level

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Location

Co Dublin

Job date

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 07:34:00 GMT

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