Safety Officer

Cool Cat Plant Services Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cool Cat & Tank Environmental Ltd is seeking a Safety Officer to oversee safety across multiple sites, ensuring RAMS accuracy and compliance with Irish legislation. The role emphasizes promoting a positive safety culture and maintaining documentation.

Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years in a construction/environmental safety role, a recognised H&S qualification (NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent), and a valid Irish driving licence. The position is full-time and based on-site in Ireland.

Qualifications

• RAMS preparation and safety documentation experience.
• 2–3 years’ experience in a similar safety role within construction or environmental services.
• In-depth knowledge of Irish health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Full, clean Irish driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and maintain RAMS for site activities.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and safety walks.
• Identify hazards, assess risks and implement controls.
• Deliver safety inductions and toolbox talks.
• Lead investigations of accidents and near-misses with corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records and documentation.
• Support development and implementation of safety policies.
• Promote proactive health, safety and environmental culture.

Education

NEBOSH / IOSH / Diploma-level qualification

Job description

Company: Cool Cat & Tank Environmental Ltd Location: Dublin, Ireland. Employment Type: [Full-time / Permanent / Contract]

About Cool Cat & Tank Environmental Ltd

Cool Cat & Tank Environmental Ltd is a respected and expanding company providing plant hire, environmental management, and industrial services throughout Ireland. We pride ourselves on delivering safe, sustainable, and high-quality solutions for clients across the construction, civil engineering, and environmental sectors.

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and proactive Safety Officer to join our team. This role is key to maintaining our strong health, safety, and environmental standards and ensuring full compliance with Irish legislation and client requirements.

The Role

The Safety Officer will oversee safety performance across multiple sites, supporting operational teams and promoting a positive safety culture. The successful candidate will have proven experience in preparing and managing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), along with a solid understanding of Irish health, safety, and environmental legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and maintain site-specific Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring accuracy and relevance to ongoing activities.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety walks to ensure compliance with company procedures and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective control measures.
• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training sessions for employees and contractors.
• Lead or assist in the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near-misses, preparing detailed reports and corrective action plans.
• Maintain and update all safety records, documentation, and safety files.
• Support the development and implementation of safety policies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a proactive and positive health, safety, and environmental culture across all levels of the business.

Requirements

• A recognised qualification in Health and Safety (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, or Diploma-level qualification).
• Demonstrable experience preparing and managing RAMS and safety documentation.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a similar safety role within construction, plant hire, or environmental services.
• In-depth knowledge of Irish health, safety, and environmental legislation and best practice.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with site teams.
• Full, clean Irish driving licence (essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing professional training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and progressive company.

Cool Cat Plant Services are a professional excavation contractor with a solid reputation of successfully carrying out projects, safely, on time and within budget.