Health and Safety Officer

Position : Health and Safety Officer Location : County Kilkenny Optimize Recruitment are pleased to be working with our client, a progressive organisation delivering a variety of large-scale projects nationwide. With continued growth across multiple sectors, they are now seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Officer to strengthen their team. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining a safe working environment and supporting project delivery to the highest standards. Key Requirements : A third-level qualification in Health & Safety (or equivalent) Minimum of 1 years experience in a construction, utilities, or similar site-based setting Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel as needed Main Responsibilities : Assist Project Managers and the H&S Manager with compliance across all relevant regulations and company policies Conduct inspections and audits on-site to ensure safe working practices are upheld Prepare documentation including safety reports, risk assessments, and method statements Support accident / incident investigations and follow up with corrective measures Actively encourage and promote a culture of safety across teams and stakeholders Participate in project meetings and briefings, contributing to the achievement of safety objectives Monitor and track safety data, feeding into continuous improvement initiatives Whats on Offer : Competitive salary package (DOE) Career growth and ongoing professional development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme A supportive and team-oriented workplace Additional Opportunities in Health and Safety Include EHS Officer - Dublin - €60,000 - €65,000 EHS Advisor - Cork - €50,000 - €65,000 Health and Safety Advisor - Galway - €55,000 - €65,000 Health and Safety Manager - Tipperary - Competitve Salary (DoE) For additional information and a confidential discussion on this and similar opportunities apply now All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval. Skills : Health & Safety EHS NEBOSH Incident Investigation Benefits : Company Vehicle Laptop Mobile Phone