Junior Safety Officer / Dublin-based / Occupational Health and Safety educated
JOB_53205641121417Job type
PermanentLocation
Dublin West/KildareWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ConstructionIndustry
ConstructionPay
€45,000 - €55,000
Junior Safety Officer / Dublin-based / Occupational Health and Safety educated / Building Contractor
Junior Health and Safety Advisor
Your new company
They are a leading building contractor with a reputation for excellence, reliability, and innovation in the construction industry. Based in Dublin, they specialise in delivering high-quality residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Ireland. With over 20 years of experience, the team is committed to craftsmanship, safety, and client satisfaction.
They pride themselves on their collaborative approach, working closely with architects, engineers, and clients to bring visions to life—on time and within budget. Their portfolio includes everything from bespoke home builds and large-scale renovations to complex commercial developments and infrastructure projects. As a growing company, they foster a dynamic and supportive work environment where initiative is valued, and professional development is encouraged.
Joining the team means being part of a forward-thinking organisation that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence in every build.
Joining the team means being part of a forward-thinking organisation that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence in every build.
Your new role
You will report to the Health and Safety Manager and be responsible for establishing, developing and directing the implementation of the Health and Safety strategy on projects while ensuring that a Positive Safety Culture is maintained, and that the company is established as an industry leader in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and Occupational standards.
Role Responsibilities
- Work closely with the operational team and support the development and monitoring of safe systems of work and risk assessments to ensure all project activities are adequately planned and executed.
- Auditing and Reporting. Ensuring Projects are audited; H&S indices are tracked, and non-conformances are addressed.
- Lead and influence H&S culture across projects.
- Support and engage the workforce in the identification of occupational health, safety and environmental risk and coach them in risk mitigation.
- Ensure projects operate in compliance with all statutory requirements and best practice.
- Highlight and advise on health and safety-related issues from pre-construction to completion of all associated project works.
- Attend Start-Up meetings with site teams and be an active participant.
- Provide advice, guidance, and instruction on all health and safety matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including subcontractors where appropriate).
- Conduct regular inspections and site audits, reporting findings to site and senior company management. Ensure issues follow-up is required to ensure that actions are dealt with immediately.
What you'll need to succeed
- A degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is compulsory.
- Highly organised and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Conscientious, highly focused and detail-orientated.
- Self-starter and the ability to build relationships with all stakeholders.
- A full clean driving licence is preferable.
- Previous experience working in Health and Safety in a construction environment is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
What you'll get in return
In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive: A salary paying up to €60,000 depending on years of experience.
A financial package including a company vehicle and expenses
Company pension
Healthcare allowance
Performance bonus
The opportunity to upskill and further your career.
Work on new and exciting projects with a supportive team.
Company-sponsored events and activities.
A strong work-life balance is encouraged.
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Junior Safety Officer / Dublin-based / Occupational Health and Safety educatedJOB_532056411214172025-06-262025-09-25
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