Health & Safety Officer – Limerick
My client a well-established manufacturing company in Limerick are seeking Health & Safety Officer to join their team.
This is a key role responsible for ensuring compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations, while promoting a safe and positive working environment for all employees.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out daily walkabouts and promptly report any health and safety concerns.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with staff on H&S matters.
- Complete GA1 inspections for all lifting equipment, including fork trucks and MEWPs.
- Maintain service and maintenance records for relevant equipment.
- Conduct regular inspections of chemical stores and first aid kits.
- Ensure AED batteries, cranes, and PPE compliance checks are completed as scheduled.
- Keep up to date with current H&S legislation and update registers accordingly.
- Complete annual risk assessments and deliver toolbox talks.
- Investigate accidents and near misses, compiling detailed reports.
- Maintain the training matrix and up-to-date training certificates.
- Arrange and deliver health and safety training, including fork truck driving, manual handling, gas awareness, and fire safety awareness.
- Oversee H&S inductions for new employees.
- Maintain the company Safety Statement.
- Conduct annual fire drills and ensure all fire safety systems are serviced, tested, and recorded.
- Keep compliance documentation, such as the Fire Safety Book, up to date.
About You
- Proven experience in a health and safety role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and reporting skills.
- Ability to lead training sessions and promote a safety-first culture.
- Relevant health and safety qualification is desirable.
Apply now for an immediate interview.
