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Heath & Safety Officer

Heath & Safety Officer

Hunter SavageDublin West, Dublin, Republic of Ireland
6 days ago
Job description

Job Title :

Health & Safety Officer

Description :

We are hiring for our client : a leading organisation seeking a conscientious and detail-oriented Health & Safety Officer. Following recent expansion, the successful Health & Safety Officer will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing safety, health, and welfare across the business. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Health & Safety Officer will drive compliance, enhance safety culture, and implement best practices in a dynamic, high-performing environment.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job :

Opportunity to shape health and safety culture across a growing organisation

Excellent benefits package including pension scheme, further education support, and quarterly social activities

Based at the company's modern HQ in Rathcoole, Dublin, with occasional travel to client sites

The Role :

Ensure full compliance with statutory health, safety, and welfare obligations

Develop, implement, and monitor health & safety policies, procedures, and training programmes

Conduct hazard identification, risk assessments, audits, and inspections across sites

Lead investigations into incidents and near-misses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented

Maintain records and liaise with regulatory bodies and external consultants as required

Promote a proactive, safety-conscious culture through awareness campaigns, toolbox talks, and regular engagement with staff and management

Support continuous improvement initiatives and emergency preparedness

Assist in contractor onboarding, reviewing RAMs, and ensuring safe work practices on all sites

The Person : You will have :

A Diploma or Degree in Health and Safety (essential)

At least 2 years' experience in a Health and Safety role within a manufacturing environment

Proven experience conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analysis

Ability to formulate, implement, and revise health and safety documentation

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Integrity, resilience, and a proactive approach to health and safety

Full clean driving licence and fluency in English

Desirable but not essential :

Experience in switchgear, electrical, or power industries

Knowledge of electrical safety standards and industry regulations

Familiarity with project management software (Microsoft Project, Smartsheets, etc.)

The Reward :

Full-time, permanent position with negotiable salary depending on experience

Based primarily onsite in Rathcoole, Dublin (occasional travel to client sites required)

Benefits include Bike to Work scheme, continuous training, pension scheme, further education support, employee assistance programme, quarterly social activities, and free parking

Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage :

For further information, and to apply for this Health & Safety Officer job, please contact Dominic Heron on +353 1 525 5632, email , or send a private message via LinkedIn. At Hunter Savage, our specialist recruitment consultancy offers expert, confidential advice, helping professionals make the right move within their specialised industry.

Salary details are intended as a guide and are based on your experience and expertise. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.

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