Graduate/Junior EHS Officer

Engineering the South East; Waterford; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ireland's County Waterford is seeking a Graduate/Junior EHS Officer. This role offers hands-on experience in environmental and health safety across various construction projects. The candidate will prepare Method Statements, conduct audits, and provide EHS training. A qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Science is required, though prior experience is not essential as training will be given. Join this firm for a supportive environment and diverse project exposure.

Qualifications

• Completed or undertaking a recognised qualification in Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience in construction sector is desirable but full training will be provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation.
• Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Conduct EHS audits and inspections.
• Provide EHS training including Toolbox Talks.
• Monitor and report on EHS performance metrics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills (Word, Excel)

Adaptability

Proactive approach

Education

Qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Science

Job description

Weltec is a leading Engineering and Process Contractor

Graduate/Junior EHS Officer

Weltec is seeking a motivated Graduate / Trainee Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Officer to join our team and support a variety of construction and engineering projects in the Cork area. This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging EHS professional to gain hands‑on experience while working closely with the EHS Manager and collaborating with Site Project Managers across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with our Client to ensure full compliance with all relevant Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation and industry standards.
• Prepare and review Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and other EHS documentation.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled EHS audits, inspections, and incident investigations and assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide ongoing advice to Project Management teams on EHS best practices, ensuring a proactive safety culture across all sites.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver EHS‑related training, including Toolbox Talks and site inductions as required.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on EHS performance metrics, highlighting trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support the EHS Department with administrative duties, document control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in maintaining and developing the company’s EHS Management System, ensuring policies and procedures are up to date and effectively implemented.

Requirements

• Completed or currently be undertaking a recognised qualification in Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience in the construction sector; however, this is not essential as full training will be provided.
• Experience working within pharmaceutical, medical technology, or other highly regulated environments is desirable but not required.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with site teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Be proactive, adaptable, and committed to promoting a safe working environment and a customer‑focused approach.
• Possess strong IT skills, particularly within Microsoft Word, Excel, and general reporting tools.
• Show a willingness to learn, develop professionally, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the EHS function.

Weltec offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and a supportive environment where you can grow your career in EHS. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a wide range of projects, systems, and compliance frameworks, making this an ideal role for someone looking to establish a strong foundation in the EHS profession.

Please note, we do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Weltec terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Weltec Hiring Managers.

Weltec is ISO 9001:2015, 14001 and OHSAS 18001 accredited and is also a registered Safe T Cert company.