Product Safety Officer

16 hours ago

Ireland CPL Healthcare Full time

Our client the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is seeking a Product Safety Officer (EO).

Division Overview

The Product Safety Division (PSD) delivers the CCPC’s product safety and market surveillance functions. The CCPC is the Market Surveillance Authority and the Competent Authority in Ireland for the safety and enforcement of a wide range of non-food consumer products including toys, low voltage products (i.e. electrical devices in the home), personal protective equipment in the leisure and consumer sectors, domestic gas appliances, and products coming within the remit of the EU General Product Safety Directive which covers consumer products that are not covered by specific sector legislation. PSD has 23 team members and is led by the Director of PSD, supported by two Deputy Directors. PSD has four units each headed up by an Assistant Principal (AP): i) Customs unit; ii) Recalls unit; and iii) two Market Surveillance units.

The Role:

The CCPC is seeking to recruit a number of roles at Executive Officer grade. The successful candidates will be assigned to a unit within PSD depending on the CCPC’s assessment of their fit in terms of qualifications and experience.

Candidates will play a key role in delivering effective market surveillance through compliance, investigations, and enforcement.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Collaborate on targeted risk-based inspections of products online and in business premises.
  2. Participate in investigating, analysing, and managing product safety investigations, including carrying out risk assessments, engaging businesses, seeking corrective action, and taking enforcement action.
  3. Support business compliance by addressing enquiries and providing information and guidance to businesses on product safety issues.
  4. Build and maintain technical and legislative knowledge by conducting and preparing the research and assessment of product safety-related issues.
  5. Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  6. As required, represent the CCPC at international events and conferences.
  7. Contribute to the achievement of the strategic goals of the organisation by participating in cross-divisional projects, developing and maintaining knowledge and familiarity with the broad remit of the CCPC’s mandate.
  8. Assist in the preparation of Divisional and Organisational reports.
  9. Prioritise work, meet strict statutory deadlines, and agreed performance targets.
  10. Carry out any other additional tasks, responsibilities, or functions that may be assigned by management in order to support the work of the Division.

Essential:

  1. A Level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent, in science, engineering, law, business, regulation or compliance or comparable professional experience in an area related to the role.
  2. Good standard of computer skills with particular aptitude in using Microsoft Word and Excel.
  3. Experience of working independently and as part of a team.
  4. Experience of building constructive relationships with different stakeholders.
  5. Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  6. Evidence of analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

  1. Experience of some of the following in either the public or private sector:
  2. Working within a compliance or regulatory environment.
  3. Risk management principles and tools.
  4. Interpreting legal and/or policy frameworks.
  5. Case management and/or project management experience.
  6. Experience in conducting internet/desk-based research.
  7. Full Irish driving licence and access to a vehicle is also desirable.

Application Process:

In order to apply for this opportunity, candidates must submit the application form for this opportunity before the closing date for applications. The application form can be found here:

To apply for this role using the link on the CCPC careers page, please submit an up-to-date CV and 1 page cover letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria and why you wish to be considered for the role.

Applicants should note that canvassing will result in your exclusion from the process.

The deadline for applications is 12 noon, Friday 4 th October 2024 .

Should you have any queries, please contact - ccpccareers@cpl.ie.

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