About this role
- Key ResponsibilitiesOccupational Health Management-Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s occupational health strategy.-Develop and maintain workplace health risk assessments, health surveillance programmes, and medical screening initiatives in line with statutory requirements.-Coordinate pre-employment health assessments, return-to-work evaluations, and fitness-for-task assessments.-Advise management on occupational health risks, control measures, and workplace adjustments.
- Employee Well-Being and Support-Develop evidence-based well-being programmes covering mental health, stress management, resilience, ergonomics, lifestyle health, and related areas.-Oversee the provision of Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) and other support services.-Promote a culture of well-being through awareness campaigns, training, and engagement activities.
- Safety, Compliance & Policy Development-Ensure organisational compliance with relevant Irish legislation, including the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act and industry-specific regulations.-Develop, update, and implement occupational health and well-being policies and procedures.-Provide expert guidance on incident management, workplace accommodations, and ergonomic assessments.-Maintain accurate and confidential health records in accordance with GDPR and professional standards.
- Strategic Leadership-Contribute to organisational strategy by integrating health and well-being objectives with business goals.-Lead cross-functional initiatives related to health and safety culture improvement.-Analyse occupational health data and produce regular reports for senior management.
- Training & Education-Deliver or coordinate training on occupational health, mental health awareness, ergonomics, hazard identification, and other relevant topics.-Build capacity among managers and employees to support health and well-being initiatives.
- Stakeholder Engagement-Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, HR, health professionals, insurers, regulatory bodies, and safety representatives.-Manage relationships with third-party occupational health providers and specialists.5.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)-Effective delivery of occupational health and well-being programmes.
- Compliance with all relevant legislation and internal policies.-Reduction in workplace health risks and improvement in employee well-being metrics.-Timely reporting and accurate maintenance of health-related documentation.-Positive engagement and participation in well-being initiatives.-Contribution to a demonstrably improved health and safety culture.
Qualification and Experience required :- Degree in health, medical, dental or relevant.- An elective 0 to 2 years work experience in similar area, field, role- Training shall be provided on job