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Are you passionate about HSE ? Tricel are looking for a Senior HSE Advisor to join our team. Located at our manufacturing facility in Killarney this role will report directly into the Head of HSE. Responsible for leading, directing and delivering all activity in relation to HSE across the site, this role will lead the development and progress of a positive Health and Safety culture on site, including compliance with standards, policies, and procedures.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced H&S professional looking to advance in their career.
Responsibilities

• Maintain an effective Health and Safety Management & Environmental System for the site and lead associated programmes and initiatives that improve the Health and Safety outcomes in alignment with the companies’ objectives and strategic plan to gain ISO45001 certification
• Represent the Company during outside Agency Audits/Inspections in relation to HSE matters including reporting, auditing and ensuring recommendations and guidelines are fully complied with.
• Act as subject matter expect for HSE matters – complete thorough investigation, root cause analysis and CAPA for all significant incidents, reportable accidents, dangerous occurrences, near miss and major property damage ensuring appropriate recording, corrective action and statutory reporting occurs in a timely and efficient manner via defined methods and that any supporting documentation is completed promptly
• Reporting of site H&S metrics & delivering on key targets, whilst utilising information to identify trends & take necessary action
• Establish & implement the HSE audit programme to evaluate the effectiveness of systems and procedures (internal audits, compliance audits and workplace inspections to evaluate compliance and effectiveness ensuring records are retained and action plans created to address findings etc).
• Conduct and implement programs relating to risk assessments (COSHH, new equipment and engineering requirements etc) & ensure effective control measures are identified and implemented.
• Design & implement effective H&S training programs based on legislative requirements.
• Ensure that there is H&S involvement in pre-start up safety reviews and equipment walk-downs to identify relevant safety items. Establish the site Health and Safety committee
• Maintain awareness of evolving industry HSE regulations and best practice and how they could be applied to the Company’s operations
• Liaise with the Management Team to identify & provide advice on health and safety practices that will reduce risk to employees’ health & encourage health promotion.
• Manage the occupational health and safety related surveys e.g. noise, exposure to chemical substances and makes associated commercial recommendations, that benefit the business now and in the future.
• Establish, monitor evaluate & maintain an effective documentation and recording system for all health and safety & environmental related needs for the site.
• In conjunction with the Site Management Teams ensure H&S training needs are identified & proactively managed for both employees and contractors coming on sites.
• Participate in project planning and execution to ensure the health and safety dimension of site projects is fully considered at planning stage and changes are planned and implemented appropriately.
• Chair and take lead of the Site’s H&S Meetings and direct and co-ordinate its members as necessary
• Any other duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

• Background in health and safety ideally in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• 3+ years post qualification experience.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (essential)
• H&S Diploma advantageous
• H&S Degree advantageous
• H&S Professional membership (desirable).
• Strong communicator with well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Organized, energetic and self-motivated.
• Demonstrate the ability to work on your own initiative without immediate hands-on support.
• Ability to identify continuous improvement initiatives and ability to challenge status quo.
• Persuasive & Assertive
• A high level of analytical, methodology and time management skills required.
• A high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong IT sills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point and other common software tools.

What do we offer?
At Tricel, we care about you and your progression. As well as a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer:

• Excellent development and growth opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative culture
• A fun and dynamic work environment
• Team oriented atmosphere
• Good work life balance
• Opportunity to work across countries and cultures
• Health Insurance Contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Tax-free vouchers to the value of €1,000
• Sports and Social club
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Enhanced Maternity leave

About Tricel
Tricel, a family-run business, was founded in 1973 by Anne Stack and Con Stack. This year marks the company’s 50th year in business. The company began by producing products from glass-reinforced plastics (GRP). It expanded its exports and established manufacturing facilities throughout the UK and Europe by implementing a comprehensive growth strategy in the 1990s and 2000s. The Stack family leads Tricel, which provides market-leading solutions in over 50 countries. Among the markets served by the company are storage tanks, pumps, sewage treatment tanks, construction products, and lubricant distribution. With its headquarters in Killarney, the Tricel Group consists of 15 companies across Europe, including seven manufacturing facilities. The company employs more than 600 people at these locations. The company has grown domestically and internationally by manufacturing locally, exporting, partnering with local distributors, and acquiring companies that enhance its product capabilities and geographical reach. In the next five years, the company’s roadmap for growth will continue to be based on three main pillars: Customer Excellence, Innovation & Sustainability.
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this exciting opportunity please email HR@tricel.ie today with your CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you.
Tricel is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person