Junior/Graduate Safety Officer

About this role 

As part of our ongoing expansion, we are seeking a detail oriented Junior / Graduate Safety Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Head of QHSE, ESG & Facilities, you will support the day to day management of health, safety and welfare across the company.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone at the early stages of their career to gain practical experience within a busy manufacturing environment. You will work closely with colleagues across the business, developing your knowledge and experience while helping to promote a positive and safety-conscious culture throughout the organisation.

Key responsibilities 

Health & Safety Duties

• Provide day-to-day support with the practical implementation of the company’s health & safety policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain an awareness of the hazards associated with electrical switchgear products.
• Maintain compliance with statutory health, safety and welfare requirements and also with relevant ISO standards.
• Assist with hazard identification, risk assessments and the review of safe working practices.
• Participate in regular workplace inspections and safety audits, recording findings and following up on agreed actions.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of health and safety documentation, including Risk Assessments, Method Statements and related records.
• Support the management of PPE, including monitoring availability, condition and appropriate use.
• Assist with the reporting and investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate records and follow-up actions are maintained.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records, including inspection, training, incident and corrective action records.
• Act as a Safety Representative and proactively contribute to Safety Committee meetings.
• Assist with employee and contractor health and safety inductions and toolbox talks.
• Support the delivery of health and safety awareness initiatives and campaigns across the teams.
• Assist with monitoring statutory inspection, examination and testing requirements for equipment.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including emergency drills and testing of procedures.
• Assist with health and safety visits to client sites where required.
• Support with contractor management, including reviewing relevant documentation, delivering contractor inductions and monitoring performance.
• Work with colleagues across all teams to identify opportunities to improve health and safety standards and working practices.
• Follow up on assigned corrective and preventative actions arising from inspections, audits and incidents.
• Act as a helpful and approachable point of contact for your colleagues in relation to day-to-day health and safety matters, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged goods, equipment defects or other potential risks immediately.
• Perform other duties related to health, safety and welfare as reasonably required by management.

Continuous Improvement and Industry Awareness

• Contribute to the development and improvement of health and safety processes and systems.
• Keep up to date with relevant health and safety legislation, guidance and good practice.
• Maintain awareness of industry developments and applicable International (IEC), British (BS), European (EN) and other standards relevant to the business.

General

• Model Capital’s values and contribute to a collaborative, quality-focused environment.
• Carry out your duties professionally and with integrity, maintaining confidentiality and discretion.
• Take ownership of tasks and follow-up to resolve issues.
• Be curious, adaptable, willing to learn and contribute to continual improvement.
• Keep your work area clean, organised and safe, taking a “clean as you go” approach.
• Follow environmental procedures, separating waste and using resources responsibly.
• Complete all training and maintain the technical knowledge needed to do your role effectively.
• Help out other teams as needed within the business.

Requirements

Must Have

• Diploma or Degree-level qualification in Health and Safety, Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline, either completed or close to completion.
• Solid knowledge of Irish Health and Safety legislation and workplace safety requirements.
• Strong interest in developing a career in Health and Safety.
• A practical and proactive approach to identifying and addressing safety issues.
• Good organisational and administrative skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation.
• Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Committed, reliable and professional, with integrity and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Committed, resilient professional who shows integrity and drive in everything they do.
• Fluent in English and eligible to work in Ireland.

Nice to Have

• Previous work experience, placement or internship within a Health and Safety, manufacturing, engineering or construction environment.
• Familiarity with risk assessments, safety inspections or health and safety documentation.
• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing or industrial environment, ideally electrical.
• Knowledge or awareness of electrical safety principles and relevant standards.
• Familiarity with project management software such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.

Benefits

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Based primarily on site in our factory in Rathcoole, Co Dublin.
• Working hours are 07:30-16:30 Mon-Thurs and 07:30-13:30 Fri.
• Salary €35,000-€42,000, negotiable depending on experience & interview.
• Continuous training and further education support.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Bike to work scheme, Regular social activities & Free parking.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to treating our employees equally in relation to age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion, and sexual orientation.  We treat our employees equally in recruitment, pay, conditions, training, work experience and career progression.