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Health, Safety & Environmental Project Support, Networks Telecoms

 
Vacancy Number:  26654
Category:  Safety / Health / Environment
Job Type:  Full-time
 


Position Description

At Networks Telecoms, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of utility telecommunications, playing a pivotal role in the seamless operation of modern electricity networks. As a leading-edge provider, we are integral to the success of the ESB’s digital strategy, enabling innovative solutions and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of energy distribution. Our commitment to cutting-edge technology and continuous improvement makes us a crucial partner in driving the future of smart energy management.

 

As the Networks Telecoms Health, Safety and Environmental Project Support, you will support the Health, Safety and Environmental Manager and the Health, Safety and Environmental team in Networks Telecoms. Working in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued and recognised, you will be joining a team that is genuinely committed to creating a safe and supportive work environment. This role is pivotal in promoting a safe working environment and embedding our shared values as we work to deliver ESB Networks’ Net Zero Strategy.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support activities to maintain/manage ISO accreditation such as ISO45001 and ISO14001.
  • Attend team meetings and updating documentation.
  • Assist staff with training in all safety apps and systems.
  • Develop safety note and compiling monthly safety statistics and KPIs against targets.
  • Support site and job safety walk downs and investigations. 
  • Support  development of safety improvement plans & emergency plans.
  • Support the safety committee and support the Safe & Sound Team.
  • Support reporting of safety incidents per safety policy & procedures.
  • Tracking completion of safety audits per audit schedules and feedback audit performance to staff and report on audit performance.
  • Support safety inductions & maintain induction system as required.
  • Development and review of risk assessments, method statements and safety procedures.
  • Support and organise training as required.

 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • A relevant Health & Safety professional qualification or in the process of gaining certification in this area.
  • Experience convening meetings and produce required meeting documentation, for example meeting minutes.
  • Self-motivated with excellent planning and time management skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Proven stakeholder management skills, including ability to work collaboratively and engage positively with colleagues.
  • Capability to work with people at all levels of the organisation, building strong relationships and fostering collaboration. Be an active, supportive, and positive team member.
  • A full clean driving licence.

 

Desirable

  • Experience in a safety role.
  • Knowledge of and/or certification in Safety and Environmental Management Systems (ISO45001 and ISO14001).
  • Experience in safety auditing skills.
  • Experience compiling and reviewing risk assessments, method statements and safety procedures.


Location

This position will be based in ESB offices, Leopardstown Road, Dublin 18. Alternative locations will be considered.

 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

 

Reporting To

Health, Safety and Environmental Manager, Telecoms Strategy & Business Support, Networks Telecoms, Customer Transformation & Digital.

 

Why Work with Us?

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future 

  • Career development through mentoring and training  

  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 

  • Sports and Social Clubs 

  • Networking opportunities 

  • Credit Union 

  • Generous Pension 

  • Access to staff well-being programmes 

  • Generous parental leave entitlements 

  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture  

  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion  

  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

  

Salary 

€40,000 – €47,000 per annum


Closing Date 

29th April 2025 

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. 

 

 

Inclusion and Diversity Statement 

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.  

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.

Our inclusive culture fosters innovation and connection among our 9,000 employees. At ESB, we support you to be your best so that you can truly make a difference.
 

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