Health and Safety Officer (South Down)

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    County Down
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Health And Safety
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    £Negotiable

Health & Safety Officer - Construction / Building Maintenance - South Down

Your new company

Hays NI are proud to be assisting a building & maintenance contractor based in Co. Down in their search for a Health & Safety Officer to support their growing HSEQ function.
With extensive experience across construction, commercial developments, facilities management and building services, this organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the island of Ireland. Their commitment to excellence, long-standing client relationships and strong team culture underpin continued success and growth.

Your new role

As Health & Safety Officer, you will support the Health & Safety Manager in the delivery and continuous improvement of HSEQ systems across all projects. This is a varied and hands-on role within a fast-paced construction environment, requiring both initiative and strong collaboration with operational teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the implementation and development of HSEQ systems across the business
  • Assisting with the generation and maintenance of compliance and quality documentation
  • Supporting the reporting, investigation and documentation of incidents, near misses and non-conformances
  • Coordinating and monitoring health & safety training and competency requirements
  • Undertaking site inspections and audits, and supporting the preparation and review of RAMS
  • Assisting with internal audits and maintaining ISO management systems
  • Monitoring compliance and ensuring health & safety standards are consistently applied
  • Working closely with site and operational teams to promote a strong safety culture
  • Supporting the delivery of health & safety initiatives and campaigns

This role will involve travel across Northern Ireland.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this role, you should have:

  • NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification)
  • Experience within a construction, engineering or similar environment in a H&S role
  • Understanding of safe systems of work and construction-related legislation
  • Experience supporting or working within ISO-accredited management systems
  • Knowledge of quality assurance processes within construction
  • Full UK driving licence (essential)
You will also demonstrate:

  • A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn and develop
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility and adaptability within a busy project environment

What you'll get in return

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation that is committed to investing in its people. You will work closely with an experienced Health & Safety Manager, gaining valuable exposure across a wide range of projects.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking business. All projects are locally based, meaning no extensive travel or time away is required.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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