Health & Safety Officer

Next Generation Recruitment; Longford; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food manufacturing company in Longford is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer to enhance workplace safety culture. The role involves leading safety initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and providing training, making it ideal for motivated candidates looking to make an impact in their career.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally in food or manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently and identify areas for improvement.
• Experience delivering training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Investigating site incidents and providing detailed reporting and trend analysis.
• Conducting site-wide risk assessments and unscheduled audits.
• Driving the development and improvement of safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactivity

Risk Management

Education

Diploma or degree in Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

I am seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join the team of a well-established food manufacturing company in Longford.

This is a great opportunity for a proactive and driven safety professional looking to take the lead in enhancing a culture of health and safety across operations. Reporting directly to the Site Manager and collaborating with a dedicated Group H&S support team, this role will focus on ensuring robust site compliance and the implementation of effective safety initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Investigating site incidents and providing detailed reporting and trend analysis
• Leading internal training sessions with managers and staff
• Supporting and advising Risk Management teams across the site
• Conducting site-wide risk assessments and unscheduled audits
• Driving the development and improvement of safety policies and procedures
• Chairing regular safety meetings with business unit managers
• Ensuring all personnel are properly trained and safety-competent

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years' experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally within food or manufacturing
• A diploma or degree in Health & Safety is an advantage
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and identify areas for improvement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Experience delivering training is a plus

If you're looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact and grow your career in a supportive, safety-driven environment, I'd love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out directly to learn more or refer someone who may be a great fit.

The next step for you:

Should this position be of interest, please apply through LinkedIn with an up-to-date CV to Jessica from Next Generation Recruitment or call us on the main line at 016629120.

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