Health and Safety Officer

Overview

Tetra Tech is inviting qualified professionals to join as a Health and Safety Officer, playing a key role in supporting and executing prominent public and private sector infrastructure projects in Ireland. This position involves active participation as part of the Health & Safety team within RPS, focusing on maintaining and enhancing the company's Health & Safety Management Systems. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with office locations available in Dublin, Galway, and Cork.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP) and Health & Safety Coordinator for design phases as per the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013.
• Manage PSDP projects including client liaison, coordination, ensuring completion within timelines, budget, and project scope.
• Provide expert advice on compliance with health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Deliver technical guidance and leadership to clients and design teams.
• Prepare and oversee project-specific health and safety documentation such as Preliminary Safety and Health Plans and Safety Files.
• Oversee occupational health and safety processes within the engineering consultancy environment.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of construction health and safety regulations and applicable procedures.
• Capable of acting as a competent PSDP under the Safety, Health & Welfare Act 2005 and related construction regulations.
• Possesses a minimum of eight years in building or civil engineering infrastructure projects with hands-on experience in safety management and roles like Project Supervisor Design Process and/or Construction Stage.
• Experienced with OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001, or comparable safety management frameworks.
• Proficient in drafting and evaluating Risk Assessments, Design Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work, and Safety & Health plans.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, combined with effective communication and interpersonal abilities.

Educational and Professional Qualifications

• Holds a Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Health & Safety, preferably related to Construction Health & Safety.
• Preferably has a degree in Engineering or a related design field coupled with recognized Health & Safety training.
• Membership or progress towards membership in professional organizations such as Engineers Ireland, IOSH, or related bodies is advantageous.

Company Culture and Benefits

Tetra Tech offers access to internationally recognized, accredited professional training programs ranging up to master’s level qualifications in leadership, management, and mentoring. The company fosters an innovative, collaborative environment supporting diverse ideas and perspectives. Wellbeing and inclusion are core values, with accommodations available as per the Equality Act 2010 to support diverse needs in recruitment and employment.

Additional Information

The company maintains a Preferred Supplier List for recruitment agencies and does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies outside this list. The role is based in Ireland with operations in multiple countries, emphasizing sustainable and resilient project delivery.