Health and Safety Manager

An exciting opportunity for an experiencedHealth and Safety Managerto join aleading retailer's distribution centre in Mitchelstown, Cork. You will be responsible for 2 sites in Mitchelstown and Naas. Travel to the Naas site will be also required as needed.

As Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for leading a small team of Health and Safety Specialists and you will be overseeing the implementation of the health and safety strategy across two sites.This position is offered on a 15-month fixed-term contract.

Role Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Senior Health & Safety Manager, you will ensure compliance with health and safety, fire safety, food safety, and trading legislation.

• Lead and manage a team of Health and Safety Specialists operating across two regions.

• Provide strategic direction for the implementation of the company's health and safety standards across all operational areas.

• Chair and lead health and safety working groups and projects to promote best practices and consistency across the business.

• Oversee the company's response to enforcement actions or regulatory interventions within the designated regions.

• Conduct thorough investigations into serious accidents and incidents, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the Health and Safety Authority.

• Coordinate ongoing reviews of national documentation to ensure alignment with Irish regulatory requirements.

Role Requirements:

• 3+ years' experience in a similar role.

• NEBOSH Diploma qualified or holds a similar relevant degree level qualification in H&S or Environmental Health.

• Experience in managing and coaching a team of health and safety professionals.

• Ideally experience within H&S in Retail, Logistics or Food Safety

• Strong understanding of Irish health and safety legislation.

• You have a full and valid driving licence.

Benefits:

• Company car

• Private Employee Medical Insurance

• Hybrid working- 2 days a week from home

For more information or even a private discussion please contactAlicja Burchardt.