Overview
Health & Safety Officer
đź“Ť Location: All sites Dublin based.
đź’Ľ Sector: Facilities Management
💶 Salary: €45-€60K PA DOE
đź”– Job Reference: VAC:13631
Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Health & Safety Officer to support the delivery of health, safety, and environmental compliance across our client sites. The role involves assisting with the development, implementation, and monitoring of H&S policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and best practice. This is a hands-on role, working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, site teams, and clients to conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments, while also promoting safety awareness and maintaining accurate documentation.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the development and upkeep of company health & safety policies, procedures, and documentation (RAMS, SSOW, SDS).
* Participate in risk assessments, site inspections, and safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
* Support investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses; contribute to corrective actions.
* Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings where required.
* Promote a culture of safety awareness, encouraging open communication and recognition of safe behaviours.
* Stay up to date with Irish H&S legislation, regulations, and industry standards, and recommend updates.
* Maintain safety records, reports, and training compliance systems.
* Work collaboratively with managers, supervisors, and contractors to resolve H&S.
Requirements
* Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Health & Safety or equivalent.
* 2+ years' experience in a Health & Safety role (multi-site experience an advantage).
* Knowledge of Irish H&S legislation and ISO standards (45001, 14001).
* Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and accurate data entry.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with staff and clients.
* Full clean EU driving license, with flexibility to travel to client sites.
* Strong initiative, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Positive attitude, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.
Preferred Skills
* NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent qualification.
* Manual Handling Instructor and/or Safe Pass Instructor certification.
* Experience in facilities management, data centres, cleanrooms, or other regulated environments.
* Familiarity with ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) initiatives and reporting.
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