Job Title: Health and Safety Junior/Officer
Location: Kilkenny (Regular Site Travel/South East)
About Our Client
We are partnering with a well-established and rapidly expanding civil engineering company renowned for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across Ireland.
About the Role
* Promote and maintain a proactive safety culture throughout project teams and work sites.
* Assist in the development and ongoing improvement of company-wide HSQE systems and procedures.
* Conduct regular on-site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure full compliance with safety legislation.
* Work closely with site management and project teams to ensure safety protocols are fully embedded and adhered to.
* Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and coaching sessions to enhance awareness and understanding of health and safety practices.
* Monitor and report on performance metrics using digital EHS platforms, ensuring documentation is up-to-date and accurate.
* Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of ISO management systems and relevant accreditations.
* Provide guidance and practical support to site teams regarding safe systems of work and hazard identification.
Candidate Requirements
* Degree qualified in Health & Safety or a related discipline.
* Previous experience in Health and Safety, preferably in the construction industry (advantageous).
* Strong understanding of Irish HSQE regulations and relevant ISO standards.
* Proven ability to influence, engage and train a wide range of stakeholders, from operatives to senior management.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and report-writing skills.
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
* Capable of working independently and proactively addressing issues on-site.
* Full, clean drivers licence and willingness to travel regularly within the region.
About Us
Optimize Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with our client on this exciting new opportunity in the South East.
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