Health & Safety Manager

Our client, a leading distributor with operations across multiple locations in Ireland, is seeking a qualified and motivated Health & Safety Manager to champion safety standards across all their sites. This is a critical role focused on shaping a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance, and embedding best practices in occupational health and safety.

Reporting to: Managing Director
Location: Group-wide across all operational sites (including locations in Cork, Kildare, and Wicklow)
Travel between branches is expected as part of this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and roll out a unified Health & Safety strategy using frameworks such as ISO 45001.
• Design and enforce policies aligned with Irish health & safety laws and recognised standards.
• Act as the internal advisor on all workplace health, safety, and risk matters.
• Lead risk assessments and implement control measures to mitigate hazards.
• Oversee safety performance at all branches, ensuring consistent application of procedures.
• Deliver staff training on topics such as manual handling, PPE, traffic flow, and incident response.
• Monitor operational layouts to reduce risks related to vehicle movements and storage.
• Conduct internal audits and routine inspections to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, producing reports and introducing corrective actions.
• Maintain all required safety documentation and records, including audit logs and registers.
• Represent the business in dealings with insurance firms, external auditors, and authorities.
• Foster an environment of awareness, accountability, and continual improvement in health and safety.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years in a similar health & safety position, ideally within warehousing, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 systems and practical audit experience.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Relevant health & safety credentials (e.g., IOSH, H.Dip in Occupational Health & Safety, or equivalent).
• Proven track record of building or improving a safety function from scratch.
• Strong working knowledge of Irish H&S regulations and industry best practices.
• Experience delivering training sessions and onboarding new staff on safety procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and digital reporting systems.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between sites.

Desirable:

• Experience working across several physical locations or branches.
• Understanding of warehouse layout risks, vehicle-pedestrian separation, and traffic flow design.
• Certifications in First Aid, Fire Safety, or Manual Handling Instruction.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Confident working independently and initiating improvements in a stand-alone role.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders.
• Practical problem solver with analytical thinking skills.
• Organised and capable of prioritising tasks across multiple locations.

What’s Offered:

• Competitive salary
• Permanent full-time role
• Pension contributions
• On-site parking
• Health and wellness support platform
• Financial assistance for education
• Medical reimbursement plan
• Career development opportunities

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and makes all hiring decisions based on experience, skills, and business needs. All applications are considered without discrimination of any kind.

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