EHS Officer - Cork - 145439

Jones Engineering Group; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering Group in Cork is seeking a skilled EHS Officer to join our hybrid Cork office. You will oversee safety documentation, RAMS, site audits and KPI updates while supporting site teams in Safe Plans of Action.

You will report to the Operations and EHS Manager and play a key role across pharmaceutical, life sciences and construction domains, with opportunities for training and career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar EHS Advisor role.
• Experience working in the construction sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular review of safety documentation, RAMS and task plans.
• Ensure site personnel comply with site safety and company requirements.
• Implement and maintain the company’s Safety Management System.
• Complete regular site inspections and audits, reporting findings to the EHS Manager.
• Identify training needs and update KPI’s as required or requested by the Operations Manager.
• Deliver and attend weekly toolbox talks.
• Carry out mandatory safety training when required.
• Carry out daily site walks and immediately report findings to project supervisors.
• Advise and assist site teams in drafting Safe Plans of Action.

Skills

EHS experience

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Hybrid. Cork Office (Little Island). Site Visits (As required)

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated EHS Officer to join our team in Cork. As a key member of our team the EHS Officer will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the EHS function within the DCS (Douglas Calibration Systems arm of the business). The successful candidate will report to the Operations and EHS Manager.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide regular review of safety documentation, RAMS and task plans.
• Ensure site personnel comply with site safety and company requirements.
• Implement and maintain the company’s Safety Management System.
• Complete regular site inspections and audits, reporting findings to the EHS Manager.
• Identify training needs and update KPI’s as required or requested by the Operations Manager.
• Deliver and attend weekly toolbox talks.
• Carry out mandatory safety training when required.
• Carry out daily site walks and immediately report findings to project supervisors.
• Advise and assist site teams in drafting Safe Plans of Action.

This role will provide exposure to a wide range of expertise relating to pharmaceutical, life sciences, construction, and other sectors. The successful candidate will be supported in developing their knowledge and skills as their responsibilities grow and evolve.

Skills and Requirements

To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar EHS Advisor role (essential).
• Experience working in the construction sector (desired).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (required).
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.