About Your New Employer
Sigmar Recruitment are a trusted recruitment partner collaborating with a main contractor renowned for delivering complex construction and commercial projects throughout Ireland. Our client upholds uncompromising standards in safety and quality, promotes a collaborative team culture, and offers genuine opportunities for professional growth. Due to an exciting new project taking place they are looking for experienced Health and Safety Officers to join the team on leading a project in Athlone.
About Your New Role as a Health and Safety Officer
As a Health and Safety Officer, you will be instrumental in upholding safety compliance across diverse construction and engineering projects. You’ll champion safety initiatives, perform on-site inspections, and provide hands-on support to project teams. Main duties include:
- Monitor all site health and safety activities to guarantee alignment with current regulations and company procedures.
- Carry out site inspections, hazard assessments, and conduct safety briefings.
- Investigate accidents and near-misses, delivering corrective actions and presenting outcomes to leadership.
- Engage with management, subcontractors, and workers to foster a culture of safety and continuous advancement.
- Keep safety records and documentation accurate and up to date.
What Skills You Need as a Health and Safety Officer
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Health and Safety position within ideally within construction and pharma, or just construction.
- Recognized Health and Safety certifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH, or similar).
- In-depth understanding of current H&S protocols, legislation, and industry standards.
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and analytical skills.
- Ability to drive engagement and maintain a proactive safety mindset onsite.
What’s on Offer
- Salary range €60,000 - €70,000 DOE.
- Involvement in high-profile construction and pharmaceutical projects in the Midlands.
- Supportive team environment with ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.
- Secure, long-term position with clear development potential.
If you are committed to raising safety standards and want to advance your career with a forward-thinking contractor, we want to hear from you!
What’s Next
Please submit your CV to spuncher@sigmar.ie or call 091 455 305 today!
