Health and Safety

FRS Recruitment ·www.frsrecruitment.com

Location Cork, Cork, Ireland
Salary EUR 80,000 - 85,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Production Manufacturing & Materials
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Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional with a strong manufacturing background looking for an opportunity to lead site-wide safety and drive continuous improvement?

Our client, an established manufacturing organisation in Cork, is seeking a Health & Safety individual to take ownership of the site safety function.

This is a standalone leadership role, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior management and operational teams to strengthen safety standards, ensure compliance and build a proactive safety culture across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the site Health & Safety strategy, policies and improvement programmes.
  • Maintain effective Safety Management Systems, ensuring compliance with Irish legislation and ISO 45001 requirements.
  • Review and maintain risk assessments, safety statements, procedures and safe systems of work.
  • Lead incident investigations, identify trends and implement corrective and preventative actions.
  • Monitor Health & Safety performance through audits, KPIs and management reporting.
  • Develop and deliver employee inductions, training and safety awareness programmes.
  • Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality and senior management to identify risks and implement practical improvements.
  • Promote employee engagement, safety ownership and continuous improvement across the site.

What We Are Looking For

  • A third-level qualification in Health & Safety or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in a Health & Safety leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation and practical risk management.
  • Experience implementing and maintaining Safety Management Systems.
  • Knowledge of ISO 45001 and experience with auditing.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and challenge unsafe practices.
  • A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and take ownership of site safety.

What Is on Offer?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Company pension.
  • Education assistance.
  • Sick pay.
  • Company events.
  • A standalone leadership position with responsibility for the full site Health & Safety function.
  • The opportunity to shape safety culture and deliver meaningful improvements within an established manufacturing business.

Apply Today

If you have a strong manufacturing background and the experience to lead and develop a site-wide Health & Safety function, apply today with your CV.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Health and Safety role?
FRS Recruitment is hiring for the Health and Safety position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Health and Safety job located?
The Health and Safety role with FRS Recruitment is based in Cork, IE.
What does the Health and Safety role pay?
FRS Recruitment lists the Health and Safety role at EUR 80,000–85,000 per year.
Is the Health and Safety role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at FRS Recruitment.
What experience level is the Health and Safety role?
The Health and Safety position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Health and Safety role at FRS Recruitment?
Apply directly on FRS Recruitment's career page via the Apply button on this listing. ZammeJobs links straight through to the employer's ATS — no third-party form, no resume database.
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