Safety Graduate - Construction Industry - Frankfurt Germany
One of Europe’s leading building contractors has an exceptional opportunity as a Health & Safety Graduate in Frankfurt Germany on a 17/4 rotation. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment. Working closely with the EHS Regional Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Safety Management System and contributing to a variety of EHS and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. You will also get the opportunity to attend site/s to assist with the EHS duties of a site based EHS when required. This will develop to a full-time site based EHS role over time. Flexibility to travel to sites as required is a necessity.
Key Duties
* Assist in implementing and maintaining the company’s Safety Management System (SMS).
* Help in ensuring compliance with Irish health and safety legislation.
* Participate in the preparation and updating of safety statements, risk assessments, and method statements.
* Implement the company's health, safety, quality and environmental policy, procedures and policies.
* Advising and assisting site management in drafting and communicating Method Statements, Safe Plans of Action and Toolbox Talks.
* Support site teams in adhering to EHS policies and procedures.
* Carry out regular site inspections and audits under supervision. Assist in the follow-up required to ensure that actions are dealt with immediately.
* Assist with accident/incident investigations and reporting, ensuring corrective actions are followed up.
* Maintain EHS records, reports, training logs, and registers.
* Assist in compiling EHS performance metrics and dashboards.
* Prepare safety documentation and reports.
* Promote a proactive EHS culture through internal communications and awareness campaigns.
* Liaise with employees and contractors to encourage engagement with safety practices.
* Support environmental monitoring activities such as waste management, energy tracking, and pollution prevention.
Skills / Experience required for the role:
* A third-level qualification in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or a related field. (Ideally Honors Degree level)
* A genuine interest in health & safety and a desire to develop a long-term career in EHS.
* Own ability and flexibility to travel to sites across Dublin when required.
* Good communication and organisational skills
* Attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills and good time management
* Adaptable and solutions driven
* Able to work in a team environment or on own initiative.
* Excellent IT skills and a strong working knowledge of Microsoft suite
* Can work in Germany, travel and accommodation covered
Benefits & Next Steps:
* Coaching and mentorship
* Permanent position with solid future in the business
* Training & development opportunities
* Attractive salary package including Accommodation and Travel
For further information on this unique opportunity contact Regina Fitzpatrick on 087 214 0636 or email your CV in Word format to regina.fitzpatrick@dbearch.ie. Applicants must have full working rights and ideally live locally.