Health & Safety Manager

Job description

Are you a Health and Safety professional looking to make a real impact in a dynamic, high-performing environment? My client are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join their leadership team at a cutting-edge Energy Recovery Facility in Dublin. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on building a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of health and safety performance across the facility, working closely with operational and maintenance teams to embed a proactive safety culture.

• Act as the primary liaison with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), ensuring full regulatory compliance and timely reporting of all relevant incidents.

• Lead regular inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments-identifying potential hazards and driving corrective actions.

• Design and implement safety initiatives, engagement campaigns, and toolbox talks that drive behavioural change.

• Manage safety documentation, SOPs, RAMS, and training records to meet both corporate and legal standards.

• Investigate incidents and near misses, conduct root cause analysis, and deliver actionable reports with time-bound recommendations.

• Coordinate emergency preparedness drills, support fire risk assessments, and ensure readiness for any unplanned events.

• Collaborate with senior site leadership and contribute to strategic safety planning and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements:

• A degree or diploma in a technical, safety, or engineering-related discipline (or significant hands-on experience in a similar setting).

• At least 5 years’ experience in a health and safety leadership role-preferably in energy, utilities, manufacturing, or industrial processing environments.

• Deep understanding of Irish H&S legislation, including: Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005, General Application Regulations 2007, Construction Regulations 2013

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both operational teams and regulatory bodies confidently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to create clear reports, guidance documents, and compliance records.