Road Safety Educator- Nationwide

Company Description

We are SGS - the world’s leading Inspection, Verification, Testing and Certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. We have 99,600 employees across our 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Wherever you are, whatever your industry, our experts worldwide provide specialized solutions to make your business faster, simpler and more efficient.

SGS Ireland Limited is actively seeking a Road Safety Educator to join our nationwide Road Safety Education Service. This role is a full-time hours fixed term specific purpose position based nationwide across the Republic of Ireland.

The appointed individual will be tasked with delivering comprehensive and engaging road safety education programs nationwide across schools, higher education institutions, businesses and at regional/national events, as part of the StreetSmart/ Road Safety Interactive Experience Shuttle.

SGS Group holds the contract to provide this service on behalf of the Road Safety Authority.

Job Description

Develop, deliver and coordinate road safety education programs and initiatives nationwide.

Conduct road safety awareness presentations and workshops to various target groups (schools, higher education institutions, businesses, and at regional/national events)

Create engaging and interactive educational materials, such as brochures, videos (in line with RSA guidelines).

Collaborate with team members to develop and implement best practices.

Provide training and guidance to teachers, parents and other stakeholders on road safety education.

Participate in community events and campaigns to raise awareness about road safety.

Keep up-to-date with current road safety trends, research, and developments to continuously improve educational programs.

Identify potential opportunities to promote road safety awareness.

The educational programs cover all aspects of road safety, including:

Walking

Cycling

Using public transport

Being a passenger

Addressing urban/rural transport issues

Encouraging safe road practices

Protecting Vulnerable Road Users

Addressing dangerous behaviors on Irish roads

Qualifications

Candidates should have a background in teaching or training and hold a tertiary-level qualification in education or training. A minimum of two years' experience in teaching or training is required.

The role involves demonstrating road safety expertise to the public through various methods, including face-to-face, online, on stage, at events and during nationwide demonstrations.

Knowledge of data protection compliance and a clear grasp of child protection issues are essential.

Efficient schedule management for optimal service delivery, effective promotion of road safety campaigns, and the ability to develop and maintain a network of contacts nationwide are key.

Excellent communication skills are necessary, with the ability to engage effectively with all age groups.

The candidate must be self-driven, adaptable to different age groups, and able to deliver learning in a fun, animated and interactive way.

Passion, high spirits, patience, enthusiasm, and energy are important traits. Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, including Excel, Word and Teams is required.

A full clean driving license in category "B" is needed with access to personal vehicle.

Fluency in English is mandatory and fluency in Irish is an advantage, though not essential.

Additional Information

SGS Incentives:

Comprehensive training program

Health & Safety accredited training provided in First Aid, Manual Handling and Fire Warden Training as part of the role

Advanced Driver Instruction training provided as part of the role

SGS Onboarding Platform – SGS Campus

SGS Employee Referral Incentive Scheme across all SGS Business Lines

Continuous Mentor Programme to promote professional development

Progression Opportunities

Annual Tax Saver Tickets for Rail, Bus and Luas

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Program - Spectrum Life Confidential Counselling Service

Digital Wellness Platform

Benefits Rewards Hub

Pension once probation passed

22 Days Annual Leave pro-rata

Laptop & Work phone plus support equipment for the role

Full Training provided to successful candidates

SGS is an equal opportunities employer