260 Safety Specialist jobs in Ireland

Join a leading biopharma organisation and play a key role in promoting safety and compliance across site operations.

Responsibilities
:

• Review, assess, and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Support and drive health and safety initiatives across the site.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with company and regulatory safety standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to operational teams.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through training and engagement.

Requirements
:

• 5+ years' experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally in biopharma or pharmaceutical settings.
• Strong understanding of EHS regulations and best practices.
• Previous experience as a Safety Representative or member of a Safety Team.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Your role
Applications are currently being invited for the role of Health & Safety Specialist. Reporting to the Occupational Safety Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing health and safety advice and support to operational areas in the on-going development and delivery of a range of health and safety support services designed to protect our valued workforce and increase our Safety Culture, through continual improvement.

Legal Compliance & Good Practice

• Ensuring our operations teams are aware of their legal and corporate obligations, including any anticipated changes.
• Communicating and coordinating the adoption of aviation industry good practice in occupational health and safety.
• Conducting occupational health & safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance, recommending remedial actions where necessary.
• Developing and maintaining safety management systems.
• Review contractor and service provider documentation as part of the Permit-to-Work System.
• Conducting Risk Assessments as & when necessary.

H&S & Organisational Development

• Influencing employee work practices through dialogue, relationship building and behavioural safety coaching.
• Coaching management teams in the adoption of proven safety leadership principles to manage their health and safety challenges.
• Identifying metrics to improve occupational safety performance, and developing strategic approaches to manage risk.

Driving H&S Initiatives & Monitoring

• Supporting the investigation of incidents and ensuring corrective actions are defined and implemented.
• Monitoring and reporting on health and safety performance and improvement actions using a suite of key performance indicators.
• Empowering Managers and Supervisors to be Safety Leaders and manage work practices safely.
• Supporting the development and implementation of Health and Safety/Well-being initiatives.

Your Qualifications And Key Criteria
To be considered for the role of Health and Safety Specialist, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• 3rd Level Degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related discipline.
• 3+ years' experience in a Health and Safety management environment. (Experience in aviation would be advantageous).
• Experience in developing and maintaining internationally recognised occupational safety management systems (I.e. ISO45001 & ISO45003).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Personable and approachable.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate and influence at management and operator levels within an organisation.
• A team player (with ability to work off own initiative when required).
• Proficient in the use of MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook.
• Experience in Interpreting safety metrics and effectively communicating insights to leadership to drive action and accountability.
• Provide 2 verifiable references.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Eligible to live and work in the EU.
• Current unrestricted worldwide passport.
• Be in possession or be able to pass a strict airport security vetting procedure which includes a 5 year background check* (or be in possession of a current airside pass for the airport this position is based in Dublin).

Closing Date: October 13th 2025.

Desirable criteria
Chartered member of IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or seeking to

obtain this qualification.

QQI Certificate in Training Delivery and Evaluation.

ISO 45001:2018 Internal Auditor Certificate.

Division / Department
Corporate Affairs - Corporate

Are you fluent in
Arabic (Iraqi), Dutch, German,
Hebrew, Indonesian, Lithuanian,
or
Slovenian
? Join our team as a Digital Safety Specialist and help shape a safer and more inclusive online community.

As a Digital Safety Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of online content. You'll investigate reported issues, enforce community standards, and provide insights to improve user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve reported issues, including account support requests and potentially abusive content.
• Enforce the client's Terms of Use by monitoring and addressing reports of abuse.
• Stay up-to-date on the client's products and community standards.
• Leverage market-specific knowledge to propose scalable solutions for community support.
• Analyse data to identify trends and improve user experiences.
• Escalate issues outside company policy to global teams when necessary.
• Identify inefficiencies in workflows and recommend improvements.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong resilience to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with a high degree of empathy.
• Adaptability and a positive approach to challenges.
• Decision-making, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Consistent performance in meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Language Requirements

• Fluency in one of the following languages: Arabic (Iraqi), Dutch, German, Hebrew, Indonesian, Lithuanian, or Slovenian (oral and written).
• Advanced English proficiency (minimum B2 level).

Contract Details
Type: Full-time, permanent

Location: Dublin 18, Sandyford (on-site only; remote work is not available)

Working Hours: Choose between:

• Day Shift: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Evening Shift: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Monday to Friday (occasional weekends/bank holidays)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: €31,063/year
• Evening shift uplift: +25% for late hours
• €12/day travel allowance (before tax) for evening shifts
• Quarterly performance-based bonus (10%)
• Private healthcare and pension contributions
• 25 days of annual leave
• Extensive training programs and access to wellness initiatives
• Tax Saver and Bike-to-Work schemes

Why Join Us?

• Work in a multicultural and diverse team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression into roles like Quality Auditor, Trainer, or Team Lead.
• Fixed working schedules with no rotations.
• Comprehensive training provided—no prior experience required.

Important Notes
This role involves exposure to sensitive content. Candidates must be comfortable handling such material. Eligibility to work full-time in Ireland is required (EU passport or valid work authorization such as Stamp 4/1G with at least 12 months validity).
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact while growing your career in a dynamic environment, apply now

Vacancy details

Safety Specialist Manager

The Safety Specialist Manager is a People Manager role, responsible for leading the team of Corporate Safety Officers (Safety Specialists) and overseeing the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Aer Lingus' risk management policies and procedures. This role ensures alignment with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and the company's integrated (safety) Management System (MS), supporting a proactive and resilient safety culture across all operational and maintenance domains.

This role shall manage the data structure, quality and processes for safety databases to improve end user experience and increase productivity thus contributing greatly to the quality of our ability to manage risk.

They will ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements in relation to Safety e.g. timely management of reports, required documentation standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the team of Safety Specialists, including Flight Safety, Risk, Dangerous Goods, and Emergency Response Planning Officers.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture aligned with Aer Lingus values and safety objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional safety initiatives and ensure consistent application of safety practices across departments.
• Own and evolve the corporate risk management framework, including Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) processes.
• Develop and maintain risk management policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Ensure integration of risk management into operational decision-making and strategic planning.
• Oversee the analysis and response to safety occurrence reports, safety audits, and investigations.
• Manage the data structure, quality and processes for safety databases to improve end user experience and increase productivity
• Ensure effective use and continuous improvement of safety tools such as SafetyNet and FDM.
• Support oversight of ACMI and wet-lease operations in line with company policy.
• Act as a key liaison between the DSS, operational departments, and external regulatory bodies.
• Represent Aer Lingus at industry forums, regulatory meetings, and safety working groups.
• Promote Just Culture principles and facilitate open communication on safety matters.
• Emergency & Crisis Preparedness:
• Support the Emergency Response Planning Officer in maintaining readiness and executing the Emergency Response Plan.
• Participate in emergency exercises and post-incident reviews.
• Ensure all documentation is maintained and up to date, incorporating relevant legislation changes, industry best practice changes etc.
• Manage & support Aer Lingus senior management and external advisors on a range of ad hoc projects supporting the strategic development of safety
• Fulfil role of Safety Manager in the event of an Emergency Response, coordinating with DSS in Strategic Response Centre.
• Day-to-day management of Safety & Security Office including logistical and administrative support

• Proven leadership experience in aviation safety, risk management, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of ICAO Safety Management Systems and EASA regulations.
• Experience with safety data analysis tools (e.g., FDM, SafetyNet) and risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Relevant academic qualifications in aviation safety, risk management, or a related discipline.
• Training in Fatigue Risk Management, Accident Investigation, and Dangerous Goods (desirable).

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Commitment to continuous improvement and safety excellence

Essential Qualifications/Experience

• ICAO SMS Course
• Accredited Accident Investigator Course (NTSB, Cranfield, IFSA)
• Possess a strong aviation background
• Ability to apply system safety and risk management principles
• Have prior experience as a Safety professional with experience in safety investigation techniques

Closing Date: 27th October 2025

At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees' unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at

Corporate Affairs - Corporate

employee recruitment - permanent

Job location

Republic of Ireland, Dublin, Dublin

At Aer Lingus, we believe in going above and beyond to connect people, places and possibilities. Whether working at the airport, in our offices or at home - every employee has a role to play in making Aer Lingus the heart of travel to, through and beyond Ireland for generations to come.

How do we do this? We Put Safety First. There's nothing more important. We Are Customer Focused. We champion the customer and go above and beyond to get things just right for them. We're Stronger Together. With a 'how can I help?' attitude, we communicate and collaborate to achieve shared success. We Own It. We do what we say we're going to do and always follow through. We Look Forward. We build the future by embracing change today.

As well as offering you a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities and staff travel benefits (with Aer Lingus and many other international airlines), you will also have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment and to join a team of amazing professionals who are passionate about the aviation industry. To learn more about the exciting benefits and opportunities that await you at Aer Lingus please visit our website.

At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees' unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates who share our passion for aviation. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us

Environmental Health and Safety Officer - Kerry

Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager the successful Health & Safety Officer will be involved in the following support production, maintain utilities, develop projects & ensure EHS compliance.

The Health & Safety Officer will ensure company compliance with health and safety legislation, develop and maintain best practice procedures, ensure emergency procedures are in place, liaise with government bodies when necessary, promote health and safety awareness at work.

The Health & Safety Officer will have a Diploma in Safety, Health and Welfare at work. Qualifications in other H&S courses such as First Aider course are an advantage. Knowledge/experience in ISO45001 Safety Management Standard, an advantage.

Duties will involve:

• Advise on health and safety issues on an ongoing basis

• Provide training for employee's e.g. Induction, Lab Safety etc.

• Carry out risk assessments on an annual basis

• Perform safety patrols on a regular basis and document same

• Investigate fully all serious accidents and dangerous occurrences and document the findings

• Ensure high levels of pest control are maintained on a weekly basis

• Co-ordinate Safety Committee meetings, safety Audits, manual handling training

• Update safety rules and procedures as necessary. Advise on and select appropriate p.p.e.

• Report all serious accidents/incidents to the relevant authorities

• Promote safety awareness at work

• Ensure all contractors working on site receive the relevant training and adhere to site safety rules

• Ensure adequate emergency procedures are in place e.g. emergency evacuations, emergency response team, assembly point wardens etc.

• Train employees on correct CPR technique and defibrillator use.

• Maintain ISO45001 Safety Management System

• Advise Project members of health and safety requirements prior to and during a project cycle

Arcadis is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Recruitment Agencies: Please do not reply to this job advert.

Health & Safety Officer

Location: All sites Dublin based.

Sector: Facilities Management

Salary: €45-€60K PA

Job Reference: VAC:13631

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented
Health & Safety Officer
to support the delivery of

health, safety, and environmental compliance across our client sites. The role involves assisting

with the development, implementation, and monitoring of H&S policies and procedures to

ensure legal compliance and best practice. This is a hands-on role, working closely with the

Health & Safety Manager, site teams, and clients to conduct inspections, audits, and risk

assessments, while also promoting safety awareness and maintaining accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and upkeep of company health & safety policies, procedures,
• and documentation (RAMS, SSOW, SDS).
• Participate in risk assessments, site inspections, and safety audits to identify hazards
• and ensure compliance.
• Support investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses; contribute to
• corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings where required.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness, encouraging open communication and
• recognition of safe behaviours.
• Stay up to date with Irish H&S legislation, regulations, and industry standards, and
• recommend updates.
• Maintain safety records, reports, and training compliance systems.
• Work collaboratively with managers, supervisors, and contractors to resolve H&S
• concerns.

Requirements

• Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Health & Safety or equivalent.
• 2+ years' experience in a Health & Safety role (multi-site experience an advantage).
• Knowledge of Irish H&S legislation and ISO standards (45001,
• Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and accurate data entry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently
• with staff and clients.
• Full clean EU driving license, with flexibility to travel to client sites.
• Strong initiative, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills

• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Manual Handling Instructor and/or Safe Pass Instructor certification.
• Experience in facilities management, data centres, cleanrooms, or other regulated
• environments.
• Familiarity with ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) initiatives and reporting.

Why Join?

• Company Car (role-dependent)
• Generous Leave: 23 days annual leave plus Good Friday
• Balance Boost Days: Four company-designated 3:00pm finishes per year
• Bank Holiday Friday: 3:00pm early finish on long weekends
• Wellbeing Culture: Supportive, team-focused environment with wellness initiatives
• Development Opportunities: Training, mentoring, and career progression
• Inclusion Matters

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and

are committed to building an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need accommodations

during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Ready to take the next step in your Health & Safety career?

Apply now and grow your skills in a role that values your contribution, supports your

development, and makes a real difference to workplace safety.

Ready to Make a Move?

If you're an ambitious, client-focused leader ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Note:
Only applicants with existing legal rights to work in Ireland can be considered.

How to Apply:

Please send your full and up to date CV along with a cover note or email to our Multi-Sector team.

Please note at this time, applications can only be accepted from those who already hold legal right to work in Ireland/UK and only suitable applicants may be contacted.

3D Personnel is operating as an Employment Agency and Business.

Equality is at the forefront of our operation and we provide equality of opportunity to everyone.

You can review our Privacy Policy on the home page of our website

EHS Advisor required within a large medical manufacturing facility in the Cork region,

12 month contract(possibility of extension)

Description

The role holder will lead, advise, and guide the organisation in developing positive safety behaviours and culture throughout the business.

Responsibilities will include:

• Support new projects to ensure operational EHS readiness.
• Complete EHS Design reviews of equipment and facilities.
• Manage the company's safety training needs analysis for all employees within the organisation
• Plan, develop and coordinate the company's risk management programme.
• Develop and review Safe operating procedures.
• Develop and implement health promotion programmes within the business.
• Maintain compliance with EHS regulatory requirements including ISO45001, ISO14001 & ISO50001 and Global EHS standards.
• Provide support and advice to safety representatives and safety committees.
• Review and approve Site Safety permits
• Support sites chemical management and IH programs.
• Support the sites Management of change process.
• Participate in the company's safety walks and internal audit program
• Maintain the sites chemical inventory.
• Support the site's waste management program.
• Collaborate and support other functions within the business in promoting Environmental, Health and Safety behaviours.

Essential Criteria:

• Health and safety qualification with a minimum of 3+ years post qualification experience in Manufacturing environment preferably medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Experience in Chemical and Biological Safety would be an advantage.
• Proven behavioural change experience.
• Good communicator
• Excellent IT skills.
• Ability to influence at all levels in the organisation.

The
EHS Advisor
(Environmental, Health, and Safety) will be a key appointment for Malone Group and our customer, ensuring the workplace complies with environmental regulations and upholds the highest standards of health and safety for all site activities. The EHS Advisor will be tasked to support the site leadership teams in aligning EHS practices with current regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The Advisor will assist with the implementation of EHS protocols, oversee permit systems, and support overall site operations.

Reports to: Head of Projects

Key relationships: Customer EH&S team Leader, Malone Group EHS Team, Customer EH&S Department, Customer Key Stakeholders and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate as a member of site EHS team and other workgroups as required
• Lead EHS improvement initiatives from concept through to execution
• Maintain and enhance EHS procedures to ensure the site operations meet all Environmental, Health & Safety standards
• Communicate with stakeholders, and arrange training sessions where required
• Lead and oversee permitting activities to ensure full compliance with local regulatory requirements. Manage the daily permits to work protocols including;
• General Work Permit
• Permit to Work
• Working at Height
• Hot Works
• LOTO
• Confined Space
• Maintain all required EHS documentation such as reports, permits, policies, and procedures in both digital and written formats, to maintain full compliance with Malone Group policy, customer requirements and governing authorities
• Collaborate closely with customer operations and maintenance teams to promote safe practices, procedures and correct use of safety equipment
• Review equipment plans and specifications and participate in the change management assessments where appropriate
• Manage daily safety planning activities
• Conduct internal EHS audits, identify deficiencies and propose practical solutions
• Interact with the work force to promote best practice Environmental and Health & safety procedures
• Ensure compliance with all local, national, Malone Group and customer EHS policies and procedures
• Stay abreast of new EHS regulations as they are published as well as new developments in industry which may impact upon the customers business
• Deliver best in class EHS services for our customer
• Investigate incidents and accidents and recommend corrective actions
• Developing method statements and risk assessments where required
• Actively promotes compliance with the EHS plans, and if required intervene when unsafe

situations or practices are observed

• Implementing and monitoring site safety management system
• Integrate EHS requirements throughout all phases of a project
• Identify and implement appropriate EHS programmes and procedures on site
• Liaise with regularity authorities in relation to EHS matters

Role: Environmental Health Safety Specialist – ISO14001:2015, Industrial Hygiene and EHS Data Management

Location: Galway, IRL, H91 K5YD

Duration: 12 months

Onsite 5 days a week

Required:

• Relevant 3rd level qualification in Science, Engineering, or EHS.
• Minimum 5 years of EHS experience, ideally in MedTech or Pharma industries.
• Experience with ISO14001 (mandatory) and ISO45001 (preferred)

Description:

• The EHS Specialist will support the design, implementation, maintenance, and review of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with regulatory, corporate, and industry standards.
• The role is responsible for supporting the implementation of ISO14001:2015 in collaboration with an external vendor, including reviewing and approving new documentation required for ISO certification.

Key responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain and sustain the ISO14001:2015 Standard for the site by working with an external vendor to implement this key requirement for the site.
• Oversee the Industrial Hygiene program and act as site SME.
• Conduct Occupational Hygiene Risk Assessments based on activities performed on the site.
• Liaise with Global Health in the review and specification of SEG's.
• Work with Consultants to complete Occupational hygiene monitoring and co-ordinate other related activities as required.
• Oversee the approval of New Chemical Introductions and management of the SDS's corporate database to ensure accuracy with respect to chemicals used on site.
• Maintains the Chemical Register for the site and works with the relevant stakeholders to introduce new chemicals to the site.
• Emergency Response Planning for the site inclusive of training teams based on risk profile for the site.
• Manages the Contractors Management and the Permit to Work Process for the site.
• Provide monthly Metrics reports for the site and ensure on time submission of monthly reports to Corporate EHS in CURVE.
• Chairs and leads bi-monthly meetings with the sites EHS Refresh Team ensuring compliance to the relevant standards is met as well as key deliverables.
• Creates and delivers presentations for the EHS Management Reviews.
• Provide and develop Chemical Awareness, Manual Handling and EHS Induction Training, Contractor Management, Permit to Work and other Safety Training as required.
• Perform quarterly walkdowns / audits / program reviews to ensure compliance with the Standard and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support for Good Saves, Incident & accident investigations and close out of CAPA's in CURVE
• Assist in the preparation, implementation, and review of EHS Procedures and other EHS documents appropriate to the scope of site activities and in compliance with requirements and ISO14001:2015 implementation.
• Provide technical support for the site risk assessment / JSA program and assist in implementing appropriate control measures for identified risks.
• She/he will have a strong EHS general/technical knowledge and experience in the MedTech industry or equivalent, be a strong effective communicator with all stakeholders.
  She/he will be a strong collaborator with a proven track and a strong networker able to leverage EHS expertise on and off site.

Key requirements:

• A relevant third level qualification in Science, Engineering or EHS, with at least 5 years' experience in the environment, health, and safety area, ideally in the MedTech or Pharma industry.
• Good overall knowledge of legal requirements and best practices in Environment, Health, and Safety
• Good written and communication skills.
• Excellent Computer skills and Knowledge of EHS software management systems
• Knowledge of Chemicals and Chemical Safety
• Good computer skills with the ability to create dashboards, work in Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to track and trend KPI's, assembling information into clearly written reports, documented findings or recommendations and communicate this progress in an easily understandable manner to all stakeholders.

DESIRABLE:

• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 would be a distinct advantage.
• Manual Handling Trainer