Health and Safety Officer

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Health & Safety Officer
A leading player in the Industrial manufacturing industry is seeking a Health & Safety Officer to join their team in Cork!

THE COMPANY:

With over 100 years of practice, our client is a market leader in the Industrial manufacturing industry across Ireland and the UK. They have built a sterling reputation not only for excellence and quality products but also for strong relationships with their large client base. With a workforce in the hundreds and a turnover in the high millions, our client is looking to expand their highly successful team with a talented on-site Health & Safety Officer.

THE ROLE:

Based on their site in Cork, the successful Health & Safety Officer will be responsible for:

  • A heavy emphasis on designing, managing, and implementing Health & Safety policies and systems
  • Performing risk assessments, producing method statements, and conducting site inspections and audits
  • Implementing necessary changes to ensure compliance and safety standards are met
  • Overseeing site inductions and delivering manual handling training to employees
  • Documenting accidents/near misses and driving corrective changes to prevent future incidents
  • Managing all Health & Safety paperwork and liaising with senior on-site management regarding H&S strategy

THE PERSON:

We are looking to speak to candidates with the following backgrounds:

  • Ideally a strong background in Health & Safety within the manufacturing or production sector
  • A strong Health & Safety background in construction will also be considered
  • Capability of working at senior level with prior experience advantageous
  • A proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential safety issues

THE PACKAGE:

  • Salary: €65,000-€75,000 (negotiable DOE )
  • Discounted VHI (Voluntary Health Insurance)
  • Pension scheme

LOCATION:

Cork

All candidates who are living within a commutable distance to Cork are encouraged to apply!

BMS Performance specialises in recruiting engineering professionals across Ireland. We will help you develop your career by understanding your skills and aspirations. We recruit across the Industrial, Manufacturing, Construction, IT, Engineering, and Corporate markets. Please contact Ross Wilkinson to arrange an interview.