We are currently recruiting for an Environmental, Health and Safety Officer to join our team here at PAM Ireland. The ideal candidate will be passionate about aviation and interested in teaching a wide range of aircraft engineering topics. We are seeking a candidate who will promote training and be an ambassador to support the highest standards that we already maintain in the company.

The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic, highly skilled team, contributing to the safe maintenance of a fleet of 600+ aircraft for one of the worlds largest and most successful airlines. This role provides an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, offering significant growth potential in the aviation industry.

Reporting to the Base Maintenance Manager, the Environmental, Health and Safety Officer is responsible for the following duties:
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Health and Safety
• Promote safe working practices and ensure the implementation of Health and Safety policies and procedures on site.
• Support the company’s Health & Safety Management System to ensure compliance and safety across all operations.
• Conduct regular Health and Safety audits to identify potential risks and improvement opportunities.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on various safety-related topics, ensuring best practices are followed. Keep up to date with relevant legislation, industry standards, and emerging best practices, advising management accordingly.
• Continuously review and update existing risk assessments and safety measures in line with current legislation.
• Evaluate and manage contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and Permit to Work procedures.
• Deliver Safety Briefings to contractors to ensure they understand and comply with site safety requirements.
• Audit contractors work to ensure compliance with safety protocols and company standards.
• Communicate all Health, Safety and Security updates in a timely manner. Conduct toolbox talks with staff to raise awareness on safety and security standards and practices.
• Manage all Visitor/Site Access; ensure company visitor policy and procedure is adhered to at all times. Assist with general site security responsibilities as needed.
• Oversee the implementation of site corrective actions to address safety concerns effectively.
• Conduct Risk Assessments and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments to minimize exposure risks.
• Support the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with other site departments to proactively address Health & Safety issues. Conduct daily site walks of the hangar and wider facility and promptly action any items arising.

Environmental

• Manage hazardous waste and general waste collection schedules.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all environmental regulations.
• Develop and implement programs to minimise environmental impact, including waste reduction initiatives.
• Conduct environmental audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement and ensure regulatory compliance.

Facilities

• Review and monitor the facilities maintenance plan, ensuring necessary and agreed work is carried out professionally and within the agreed timeframe.
• Assist with facilities related projects, including effective management of external contractors and engineers.
• Assist with the company’s response to unforeseen facility maintenance needs, ensuring work is completed promptly, effectively and in line with legislative requirements.

• Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Relevant qualification in Health and Safety with an in-depth knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental regulations.
• 4+ years post-graduate experience in Health and Safety. Experience in the aviation industry is desirable, however not essential.
• Proven experience in drafting Risk Assessments and Health and Safety policies/ reports independently.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Working knowledge of safety management information systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present and explain Health and Safety topics effectively.

• Bike to Work Scheme
• This role offers a competitive salary and friendly working environment with the opportunity to grow and develop your career within the aviation industry.