Job Title: Health & Safety Officer (€45k - €65k)

Location: Leixlip
Job Type: Full-time | On-site
Industry: Residential Construction
Experience Required: Minimum 4 years in construction health & safety

Job Description:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified and experienced Health & Safety Officer to oversee the implementation of health and safety procedures on a residential construction site in Dublin 4. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting and maintaining a culture of safety on-site while ensuring full compliance with legal and procedural requirements.

This position reports directly to the Health & Safety Manager and is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills and a practical approach to risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the site construction management team in maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.
• Implement and monitor the company’s Health & Safety Management System at site level.
• Identify and address site-specific hazards through proper documentation and action.
• Maintain all statutory records and safety folders in line with regulations.
• Ensure contractor compliance with site safety rules and procedures.
• Assist in the development and review of risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Coordinate and communicate with the Health & Safety Manager on safety performance and updates.
• Carry out regular site audits, inspections, and safety checks; follow up on non-conformances.
• Participate in accident and incident investigations and reporting.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of toolbox talks and safety training sessions.
• Identify training needs and support upskilling efforts for site teams and contractors.
• Enforce disciplinary procedures in the event of health and safety violations.

Candidate Profile:

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a construction health & safety role.
• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (Diploma/Degree).
• IOSH membership is desirable.
• Strong understanding of current health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Proven ability to manage on-site health and safety independently and confidently.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills.
• Comfortable conducting training sessions and safety meetings.
• Able to work effectively with multiple contractors across diverse disciplines.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Performance related bonus
• Pension scheme with matching contributions
• Full health insurance with Irish Life health
• Annual salary review
• Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Free annual leave days
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
• Tax saver - travel and bike to work
• Culture Committee
• Talent Development Programmes
• Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)

This is a great role for a committed Health & Safety professional seeking long-term career development in a dynamic construction environment.