Health & Safety Officer - Construction
OCS Recruitment is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Health & Safety Officer for one of our key clients, a well-established contractor with a strong track record delivering projects across healthcare, housing, industrial, and education sectors. This position offers excellent mentorship and long-term development for candidates seeking to grow within the health & safety field.
Role Overview The successful candidate will support both the site management and safety teams to maintain a safe, compliant, and proactive working environment on busy construction projects in the South East regions, such as Waterford, Wicklow, Wexford & Tipperary.
Key Responsibilities - Support the site and safety management teams in implementing company health & safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain H&S documentation, including RAMS, safety plans, induction records, and statutory compliance documentation.
- Conduct on-site inductions and ensure all mandatory training remains up to date.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate site-specific risks in line with best practice and Irish legislation.
- Carry out routine safety inspections, audits, and reporting.
- Facilitate toolbox talks and participate in regular safety meetings.
- Work closely with the project team to promote a strong and consistent safety culture.
Requirements - A relevant Health & Safety qualification (Certificate/Diploma or equivalent).
- Experience within Irish construction market in a health & safety role. 6mths+
- Strong communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a busy site environment.
- Full, clean driving licence.
What's on Offer - Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company vehicle, phone, and laptop provided.
- Pension contribution.
- Excellent training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with a respected main contractor with long-standing industry presence
