Health And Safety Officer

Advocate Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international food manufacturing business in Cork is seeking a Health & Safety Officer to ensure a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Health & Safety, at least 4 years of experience, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include leading risk assessments, conducting training, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. This role offers the chance to influence safety practices across a dynamic site.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

International business exposure

High impact role

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Hands-on, motivated, and resilient approach to driving safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate health and safety risks on site.
• Conduct and review risk assessments, ensuring effective mitigation plans.
• Lead investigations into incidents and ensure corrective actions are followed through.
• Deliver training modules to employees at all levels.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Influencing skills

Risk management

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or Higher Diploma in Health & Safety (Level 7/8)

Chartered member of IOSH (or equivalent)

Job description

Health & Safety Officer

Do you have a passion for workplace safety, a sharp eye for risk management, and the drive to foster a culture of health and wellbeing?

We’re hiring a Health & Safety Officer to join a leading international food manufacturing business. Operating across multiple regions, this organisation is known for its strong heritage, commitment to excellence, and continuous innovation in the FMCG sector.

The Company

Our client is a major player in the global food and consumer goods industry, producing well‑loved household brands and operating manufacturing facilities across Europe. With a strong focus on people and safety, they combine decades of expertise with a forward‑thinking approach to quality and compliance.

The Role

As Health & Safety Officer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and proactive environment for all employees at the site. You’ll support the delivery of regional health & safety strategies, lead risk assessments, and drive initiatives that prevent incidents and safeguard wellbeing. Reporting into regional leadership, you’ll collaborate across departments and act as the go‑to advisor for all H&S matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate health and safety risks on site.
• Conduct and review risk assessments, ensuring effective mitigation plans.
• Lead investigations into incidents and ensure corrective actions are followed through.
• Roll out regional policies, procedures, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Deliver training modules to employees at all levels.
• Maintain strong compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Monitor adherence to safety standards, policies, and corrective actions.
• Provide regular reports on incidents, KPIs, and preventative measures.
• Liaise with authorities, insurers, and external stakeholders on H&S matters.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or Higher Diploma in Health & Safety (Level 7/8).
• Chartered member of IOSH (or equivalent).
• At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Hands‑on, motivated, and resilient approach to driving safety culture.

Why Apply?

• ✅ High Impact – Directly influence safety standards and wellbeing across a busy production site.
• 🌍 International Business – Be part of a global FMCG group with a strong heritage and ambitious growth plans.
• 📈 Career Development – Opportunity to shape safety culture and grow within a dynamic organisation.

📧 Interested?

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