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 field2-3 years' experience in a similar H&S roleCertified Manual Handling InstructorStrong experience in risk assessments and incident investigationsExcellent communication and organizational skillsComfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities.Strong computer literacy - word, excel, PowerPoint etc and preferable experience in working with online management systems is preferredAdvantages :
Experience in the medical devices or pharmaceutical industryExperience with chemical risk assessmentsA valid driver's licenseThis 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.