The role of the Assistant Health and Safety officer shall be to give to Mayo County Council, under the direction and supervision of the Health and Safety Officer or other designated employees, such services of an executive, supervisory and advisory nature, as are required in relation to Health, Safety and Welfare at work. 
The ideal candidate must therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services, willing to take on a challenge and work on their own initiative.
 

Each Candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

Hold an honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in:

•   Health and Safety    Or
•   Engineering, Architecture, and/or Science, with a diploma in Health and Safety.

1. Have satisfactory knowledge of the following:

• Effective communications and liaison with officials from the regulatory authorities.
• The management of risks from fire such as fire prevention and the carrying out of fire drills.
• Risk management in relation to hazardous substances and occupational diseases.
• Providing the required input for health and safety related training course/s and manuals for the organisation.
• Understanding of Local Government and the construction industry.
• Health and Safety legislation, statutory requirements, their implications for the workplace and an appreciation of the legal process.

2. Have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience, including adequate   experience in the areas specified below

• The management of an appropriate audit process.
• Planning practical and effective methods, both preventative and remedial, of promoting work practices that comply with health and safety requirements.
• Working with committees.
• The preparation and regular revision of Health and Safety statements and strategies.
• Staff supervision and relevant administration.
• Maintaining accurate records, particularly of inspection findings, of incidents and accidents, and the preparation of reports and statistical data required by management and the H.S.A.
• The regular review of work methods and processes, which identify and take account of all relevant hazards.
• Supporting line managers in the preparation, implementation, and regular review of safety related documentation including risk assessments, including advising on how risks can be reduced.

Further information is available in the Candidate Information Booklet available from our website www.mayo.ie/careers/current-vacancies