Health & Safety Officer

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.

• 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 career development opportunities.

Immediate interviews available for suitable candidates.

Note: By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment for other relevant opportunities.

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