We are seeking a proactive and experienced Safety Officer to join our team on a busy civil engineering site. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all operations comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, and for promoting a strong safety culture across the project.
This is a hands-on role, requiring regular site inspections, workforce engagement, and close collaboration with project managers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement and monitor site-specific health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
* Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety walkdowns to ensure compliance with legislation and company standards.
* Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training to site personnel.
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports and recommending corrective actions.
* Ensure proper use of PPE, machinery, and equipment in line with statutory requirements.
* Liaise with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve safety issues promptly.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety and wellbeing.
Requirements
* NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification.
* Previous experience as a Safety Officer (preferably in civil engineering or construction).
* Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and best practices in construction.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others.
* Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk management.
* IT skills for preparing reports, safety statistics, and documentation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €55,000.00-€85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company car
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Cork, CO. Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Experience in civil engineering works
Experience:
* relevant: 3 years (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Location:
* Cork, CO. Cork (preferred)
Work Location: In person