Health & Safety Manager

About the Role

As the Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures across our logistics operations.

You will ensure compliance with IE legislation, promote a strong safety culture, and support continuous improvement to protect employees, contractors, and visitors throughout warehouses, transport operations, and distribution centres.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Leadership

• Act as the company’s subject matter expert on all Health & Safety matters.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of the HSE management system.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership regarding risk, compliance, and safety performance.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections across all logistics sites.
• Ensure compliance with the IE HSA legislation (e.g., Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, Reporting of Accidents and Dangerous Occurrences, Use of Work Equipment)
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, near-misses, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate external audits and regulatory inspections

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Lead thorough investigations into accidents and near-misses.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective/preventative actions.
• Produce detailed reports and trend analysis for management review.

Training & Culture

• Develop and deliver Health & Safety training programs for warehouse, transport, and office staff.
• Promote proactive safety behaviours and a positive safety culture.
• Support managers in coaching teams on safe working practices.

Logistics Operations Support

• Oversee safe systems of work for warehouse operations, including manual handling, FLT operations, vehicle movements, and loading/unloading activities.
• Ensure transport safety compliance, including driver welfare, tachograph rules, and vehicle checks.
• Monitor contractor safety and compliance.

Emergency Preparedness

• Develop site emergency response plans.
• Lead fire safety compliance, including drills, training, and maintenance of equipment.
• Coordinate business continuity planning related to safety risks.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Level 5 NFQ General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in Health & Safety management within logistics, warehousing, supply chain, or transport.
• Strong knowledge of IE health and safety legislation and standards.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma or working toward it.
• Experience with ISO standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Experience implementing safety systems in multi-site environments.

Key Competencies

• Proactive and hands-on approach.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyse data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A supportive environment focused on continuous improvement.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the safety of our people and operations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Work Location: In person