Health & Safety Officer – Not for Profit
· Location: Dublin 1
· Perm | Full Time | Fully On-site
Role Purpose:
The Health & Safety Officer will join the Corporate Services Department to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, policies, and procedures across all services. The role focuses on safeguarding staff, service users, and the public, while fostering a positive culture of safety across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Health & Safety Programme Development: Design, implement, and improve safety programmes tailored to housing and homeless services. Provide expert advice and guidance to management and staff.
- Risk Assessment & Management: Conduct audits and risk assessments, develop strategies to mitigate risks, and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
- Corporate Governance: Maintain governance procedures and ensure compliance with national standards and regulatory bodies. Liaise with insurers as required.
- Training & Awareness: Deliver training programs and workshops to embed a robust safety culture across the organisation.
- Policy Implementation: Maintain and review health and safety policies to ensure relevance, compliance, and integration into daily operations.
- Incident Management: Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and coordinate timely and effective responses.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the main point of contact for regulatory bodies, providing regular reports to senior management.
- Continuous Improvement & Reporting: Monitor trends and implement improvements, while providing accurate reporting to support organisational decision-making.
- General: Collaborate with colleagues, support the Corporate Services Department, and represent the organisation at relevant events and partnerships.
Candidate Requirements:
- QQI Level 8 qualification in Health & Safety or related field, or IOSH-accredited equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Health & Safety Officer/Advisor role, preferably in the non-profit or social sector.
- Professional membership accreditation in Health & Safety.
- Full driving licence
- Strong knowledge of health and safety management systems, statutory requirements, risk assessment, auditing, and emergency preparedness.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and develop practical solutions.
To find out more please contact me at [email protected]
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