Health & Safety Officer – Kilkenny

Job title:

Health & Safety Officer – Kilkenny

Company

Hartley People

Job description

Hartley People Recruitment are seeking a Health & Safety Officer to join our clients team based in Kilkenny.Key Responsibilities:Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant Irish health and safety legislation, including HSA regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and internal audits to assess risks and identify hazards.
• Lead on incident and accident investigations, producing clear reports and recommending preventative actions.
• Setting up and driving forward a H&S committee in the company.
• Reviewing how we load, deliver and offload products on factory and customer sites.

Policy & Procedure

• Develop, review, and update health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments in line with regulatory changes and business activities.
• Maintain the company’s H&S documentation and ensure accessibility for all relevant personnel.

Training & Awareness

• Deliver induction training to new employees and ongoing H&S training for existing staff.
• Attend daily Tier 1 floor meetings and Tier 2 meetings with management to discuss any safety issues
• Promote a safety-first culture through toolbox talks, posters, and regular staff engagement.
• Work with team leaders and supervisors to reinforce safe work practices.

Incident Response & Reporting

• Respond promptly to incidents or near misses, ensuring they are investigated and reported accurately.
• Liaise with external bodies such as HSE, insurers, or emergency services as required.

Operational Support

• Advise production, maintenance, and management teams on safe equipment use, manual handling, COSHH, PPE, and fire safety protocols.
• Participate in planning and implementing safety improvements during production changes or site modifications

Qualifications and Skills:Essential:

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of H&S legislation and manufacturing risk factors.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and accident investigations.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• First Aid or Fire Warden qualifications.
• Experience within the joinery, construction, or manufacturing sectors (ideally with exposure to CNC machines, woodworking tools, and flammable materials).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other safety management systems.

Education and Experience:

• Degree, or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a health and safety role in a manufacturing environment.

For immediate consideration, please contact rachel@hartleypeople.com or call the office on 051 – 878 813Hartley People Recruitment work to the highest ethical standards within our industry and we value the trust that you place in us when you send your CV. We can provide a full consultation in confidence and we guarantee that your CV will not be sent to any of our clients without your prior consent.

Expected salary

Location

Kilkenny

Job date

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 04:01:34 GMT

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