Risk & Assurance Advisor
Description
Background:
Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.
We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
Risk & Assurance Advisor
Duration: 6 Months Specified Purpose Contract
Location: Mobile
Overview of the role;
The purpose of the Risk & Assurance Advisor is to actively support the business on risk and assurance matters by conducting regular site visits, assuring the business that the right standards are in place and undertaking regular audits and monitoring progress against the site improvement plans, Veolia’s Minimum Requirements and client expectations.
This role will develop strong working relationships with operational teams and together identify improvements and practical solutions, while working closely with the wider Ireland Risk & Assurance team to support operations and where appropriate, support and liaise with external stakeholders, regulators and customers.
Day to Day of the role;
Conduct regular formal site audits & engagement visits as directed in the Safety Management system / as per Veolia’s Minimum Requirements (VMR) on Veolia sites / contracts
Assist or carry out accident / incident investigations in a timely manner
Monitor compliance with and provide technical support and advice to site teams to ensure compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental legislation and Veolia’s Minimum Requirements; take corrective action as necessary.
Collaborate with and support the wider UK & Ireland Risk & Assurance team to ensure R&A team and department project objectives are fulfilled.
Support site & R&A teams with ISO 45001 audits
Support the use, roll out and development of Veolia management systems and processes across all sites
Support the timely and accurate production of statistics / data for team and other business reports
Liaise with external regulators and clients as necessary
Comply with Veolia R&A reporting and administrative requirements
Attend and contribute to Ireland Risk & Assurance and other management meetings and briefings as required.
Support and liaise with management teams across the Ireland business, attending management meetings where required
Track progress and visits against the construction project planner
Attend internal / customer meetings and industry / sector meetings where required.
Promote good practice across the team and recommend improvements to the standards i.e. VMR
Requirements for the role;
UCD / NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health (or equivalent) (Essential)
2-3 years experience in a similar role
Motivated to drive improvements within the business to achieve a pro-active culture.
Risk Management
Accident / Incident Investigation
Project Management Skills
Experience in delivering change/improvement programmes
Ability to influence with change management skills
Operational Experience
Please note:
If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.
If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.
Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.
