Health & Safety Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Support and continuously improve the Health & Safety Management System in line with Irish legislation and industry best practice.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to company procedures and statutory requirements.
• Develop and review risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work.
• Identify workplace hazards and ensure effective control measures are implemented and maintained.
• Deliver health and safety training, inductions, toolbox talks, and manual handling training while identifying ongoing training needs.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through engagement with site teams and behavioural safety initiatives.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records, reports, and statutory documentation.
• Monitor Health & Safety KPIs and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Support incident and near-miss investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including compliance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities on health and safety matters.
• Provide practical health and safety guidance to operational teams and support environmental compliance initiatives.

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Qualifications& Experience

• Level 8 qualification (or higher) in Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
• Previous Health & Safety experience within construction, mechanical, engineering, or related sectors.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation, risk assessment, and compliance auditing.
• Experience with Health & Safety Management Systems and recognised standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) desirable.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder engagement skills with a commitment to continuous professional development.

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This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The successful candidate may be required to undertake additional duties consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the role as reasonably requested by management.