SSE, a CWS Group company, is an award-winning leader with over 20 years of experience in Cleanroom Services, Contract Cleaning, and Facilities Audits.
We are currently seeking a Health & Safety Officer to join our growing team at our Galway head office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and driven professional to develop their career within a highly regulated and rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure company-wide compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Conduct comprehensive risk assessments (chemical risk experience is a plus).
* Lead investigations into accidents and incidents; implement corrective actions.
* Deliver safety training programs, including manual handling.
* Maintain detailed H&S training records, including toolbox talks and chemical awareness.
* Ensure PPE protocols are followed and safety records are up to date.
* Liaise with insurers, external consultants, and other key stakeholders.
* Regularly review and update SSE’s Safety Statement and provide ongoing staff training.
* Report safety performance and issues to senior leadership.
* Track corrective actions to ensure they are resolved by the assigned closure dates.
* Review subcontractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
* Follow up on health and safety issues, ensuring timely and effective close-out in line with agreed task dates.
* Deliver health and safety inductions for new personnel at Head Office
What We’re Looking For
* Degree in Health and Safety or related field
* 2–3 years’ experience in a similar H&S role
* Certified Manual Handling Instructor
* Strong experience in risk assessments and incident investigations
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
* Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities.
* Strong computer literacy - word, excel, PowerPoint etc and preferable experience in working with online management systems is preferred
Advantages:
* Experience in the medical devices or pharmaceutical industry
* Experience with chemical risk assessments
* A valid driver’s license
This is a fully office-based role in Galway, but occasional travel to client sites is required, so flexibility is essential.
At SSE, we pride ourselves on high standards, continuous training (ISO9001:2015 certified), and a culture of safety and excellence. If you’re passionate about making a difference and growing your career in Health & Safety, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your H&S career with a leader in the Life Sciences sector.
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