Health & Safety Officer – Construction / Industrial Projects

Waterford, County Waterford, Ireland
€65000 p.a.
Mechanical Engineering
Posted 22 days ago
Job Title: Health & Safety Officer – Construction / Industrial Projects
Location: Co Waterford
Established Engineering Contractor delivering complex industrial and infrastructure projects
Salary €50,000 – €65,000 + Package


The Company

This well-established engineering contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across industrial, infrastructure, and regulated environments including pharma and medtech. Known for its commitment to safety, innovation, and technical excellence, the company continues to expand its presence across the South East.

With a strong pipeline of work in Waterford and surrounding regions, they offer a stable, long-term opportunity within a collaborative and safety-focused culture where continuous improvement is actively encouraged.

The Role – Health & Safety Officer

As a Health & Safety Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring all site activities are delivered in full compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental regulations. Working closely with the EHS Manager and site teams, you will drive best practice across projects, ensuring a proactive safety culture is embedded from the outset.

You will have a direct impact on project performance by maintaining high safety standards, supporting site teams, and ensuring compliance across all stages of construction and engineering delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote and enforce all Health, Safety and Environmental policies on site
  • Prepare and review Method Statements and Risk Assessments with site teams
  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety reviews
  • Lead accident and incident investigations, implementing corrective actions
  • Deliver Toolbox Talks and safety training to site personnel
  • Support project teams with site-specific safety planning and compliance
  • Monitor and report on EHS performance metrics and KPIs
  • Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders on all safety matters
  • Ensure compliance with ISO standards and integrated management systems
About You

  • Degree qualified in Health & Safety or a related discipline
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Health & Safety Officer role within construction or engineering
  • Strong knowledge of Irish HSE legislation and compliance standards
  • Experience working in high-compliance environments such as pharma or industrial projects is beneficial
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage teams
  • Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach to safety management
  • Strong IT skills including MS Word and Excel
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider project team
What’s on Offer

Salary: €50,000 – €65,000 (DOE)
Benefits:

  • Company vehicle or travel allowance
  • Pension contribution
  • Bonus structure
  • Ongoing CPD and training support
  • Career progression within a growing engineering contractor
Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Health & Safety Officer to join a growing contractor delivering high-value industrial and engineering projects in the Waterford region. You will gain exposure to technically challenging environments while working with experienced professionals who prioritise safety and quality.

With a strong project pipeline and clear commitment to employee development, this role offers long-term career progression within a company that values its people and invests in best-in-class safety standards.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role, contact Stephen at stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 015314345 for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment

At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Health & Safety Officers, EHS Advisors, and Safety Engineers within the construction and engineering sectors across Ireland. Whether you’re looking for your next Health & Safety Officer role in Waterford, a senior EHS position, or opportunities within industrial, pharma, or infrastructure projects, we have the network and expertise to guide your next move.

Related roles include: EHS Advisor, Safety Officer, HSE Advisor, Environmental Health & Safety Officer, Site Safety Coordinator

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