Health & Safety Officer

palebluedotrecruitment; Limerick; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Client in Ireland is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join the operations team. You will promote a Zero Harm culture, support continuous improvement, and ensure safe systems of work across the facility while reporting to the Operations Manager.

Role involves floor presence, engagement with employees at all levels, and leading Health & Safety compliance, audits, training, and incident management in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised Health & Safety qualification.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a Health & Safety role within a manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with employees and management at all levels of the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Health & Safety policy implementation and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Provide expert Health & Safety guidance to management and staff.
• Review and update policies per legislation and best practice.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and coordinate control measures.
• Schedule and run Health & Safety audits and inspections.
• Deliver inductions and safety training to employees.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses; maintain records.
• Maintain Health & Safety documentation and reporting; support committee meetings.

Skills

Health & Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Incident Investigation

Auditing & Compliance

Training & Engagement

Continuous Improvement

Communication Skills

Education

Health & Safety qualification

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Our client, a well-established manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join their operations team.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting and driving all aspects of the company's Health & Safety programme, ensuring compliance with legislation, promoting a positive safety culture, and maintaining safe systems of work across the facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Health & Safety professional who enjoys being visible on the manufacturing floor, engaging with employees at all levels, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to a Zero Harm culture.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Health & Safety Compliance

• Facilitate the implementation and ongoing compliance of Health & Safety policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.
• Provide expert Health & Safety advice, guidance, and support to management and employees.
• Review, update, and maintain Health & Safety policies in line with current legislation and best practice.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety regulations and standards.

Risk Management & Auditing

• Conduct risk assessments and support the implementation of appropriate control measures.
• Identify workplace hazards and drive corrective actions to mitigate risk.
• Schedule and coordinate regular Health & Safety audits and inspections across all departments.
• Carry out regular Gemba walks throughout the facility to ensure compliance with safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Monitor Health & Safety performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Training & Employee Engagement

• Conduct Health & Safety inductions for new employees.
• Deliver refresher training and awareness programmes as required.
• Coordinate external Health & Safety training including:
• Manual Handling
• Fire Warden Training
• Portable Fire Extinguisher Training
• Lifting Equipment Training
• Other statutory training requirements
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.

Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and hazardous occurrences.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting systems.
• Manage incident reporting through internal systems and statutory reporting requirements.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Drive the company's Zero Harm objectives.

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate Health & Safety records and documentation.
• Monitor servicing and certification of Health & Safety equipment.
• Coordinate and minute weekly Health & Safety Committee meetings.
• Produce regular Health & Safety reports and KPI updates for management.

Qualifications

• Recognised Health & Safety qualification.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a Health & Safety role within a manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with employees and management at all levels of the organisation.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Health & Safety Management
• Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
• Safety Auditing & Compliance
• Employee Training & Engagement
• Continuous Improvement
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication & Influencing Skills
• Organisation & Time Management

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace safety and culture.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to a busy and dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Long‑term careers development opportunities.