Job Description

Description

The opportunity has arisen to join an industry leader within the energy saving/per fabrication sector as a Health, Safety & Environmental Officer (HSE).

Alternative Heat is a market leader in the design, supply, and installation of off-site prefabricated solutions for the commercial Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) sectors across Ireland and the UK. Through continuous investment in our people, facilities, and technologies, we have experienced sustained growth and have firmly established ourselves as a trusted innovator in off-site prefabrication.

As part of our ongoing expansion, we are seeking a proactive and driven HSE Officer to support our manufacturing/assembly, warehouses & offices. This is a permanent position and an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to grow their career within a dynamic and progressive organisation.

The HSE Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive safety and environmental programs to ensure a safe and compliant workplaces. This role involves monitoring regulatory compliance, minimizing workplace hazards, promoting a culture of safety, and ensuring environmental standards are met or exceeded.

The candidate will collaborate closely with our in-house teams, throughout client engagement and all stages of construction to develop and deliver effective HSE management arrangements. These arrangements will ensure compliance with both client-specific and legal requirements, guaranteeing the safe on-site fabrication and assembly of prefabricated solutions.

Beyond maintaining existing standards, the candidate will be expected to drive continuous improvement through both established best practices and innovative approaches, with a strong emphasis on behavioral safety.

Leading by example, the candidate will foster a robust safety culture within the team and across all projects, inspiring commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.

The HSE Officer will establish strong relationships through regular site visits, providing dedicated support and expert guidance on all HSE matters.

Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, the HSE Officer will work closely with project delivery teams, client representatives, and the wider HSE department to ensure a safe, compliant, and sustainable operating environment within this rapidly growing sector.

Job Title | Health and Safety Officer

Location | Banbridge

Hours | 38 hours per week; 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 3:00pm Friday With site travel required

Salary | Competitive depending on experience

Responsible to | HSE Manager

What are we expecting from this role?

The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record in managing HSE responsibilities within the Manufacturing and Assembly or Warehousing sectors. They will possess demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and continuously enhancing effective HSE programs across complex and large-scale operational environments.

The successful applicant will be experienced in working collaboratively with cross-functional project teams throughout all stages of manufacturing and assembly. Key areas of expertise will include conducting risk assessments, performing site inspections, monitoring regulatory compliance, and leading incident investigations with a focus on root cause analysis and preventative action.

A key strength will be the ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at all levels, promoting a proactive and positive safety culture across the business. This role requires a strategic mindset and the capability to ensure HSE principles are not only followed but fully integrated into operational planning and project delivery.
The position also involves close collaboration with senior leadership, clients, and geographically dispersed teams, ensuring health, safety, and environmental considerations are embedded from project initiation through to completion and ongoing facility operations.

What are we expecting from this role?

The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record in managing HSE responsibilities within the Manufacturing and Assembly or Warehousing sectors. They will possess demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and continuously enhancing effective HSE programs across complex and large-scale operational environments.

The successful applicant will be experienced in working collaboratively with cross-functional project teams throughout all stages of manufacturing and assembly. Key areas of expertise will include conducting risk assessments, performing site inspections, monitoring regulatory compliance, and leading incident investigations with a focus on root cause analysis and preventative action.

A key strength will be the ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at all levels, promoting a proactive and positive safety culture across the business. This role requires a strategic mindset and the capability to ensure HSE principles are not only followed but fully integrated into operational planning and project delivery.

The position also involves close collaboration with senior leadership, clients, and geographically dispersed teams, ensuring health, safety, and environmental considerations are embedded from project initiation through to completion and ongoing facility operations.

Core Responsibilities of role

Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and programs aligned with legal requirements, industry standards, and client expectations for manufacturing/assembly & warehousing operations across multiple sites.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria

Demonstrable experience as an HSE Officer (3 years minimum) or similar role within manufacturing and assembly facilities or similar, understanding their unique HSE challenges. Comprehensive knowledge of local and national, HSE regulations and standards relevant to manufacturing and assembly operations. Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA standards, and environmental compliance requirements. Relevant certifications such as NEBOSH Certificate and equivalent environmental qualifications. Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and continuously improve robust HSE management systems, policies, and procedures tailored for manufacturing and assembly environments. Excellent communication skills to influence, train, and engage multidisciplinary teams, senior management, and client stakeholders. Capability to oversee HSE activities across multiple facilities in different locations, managing priorities effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate safety data, investigate incidents, and implement corrective measures in manufacturing and assembly settings. Demonstrated ability to embed a positive safety culture and promote environmental sustainability in a fast-paced, expanding business environment.

Desirable Criteria

Experience with sustainability initiatives, including carbon footprint reduction and waste management strategies. Familiarity with digital HSE management systems and software tools to streamline reporting, audits, and compliance tracking.

Benefits

Full in-house training and career development opportunities. Competitive pension scheme. Life assurance scheme. Health cash plan. Full access to smart wellbeing platform. Annual flu vaccine Free annual health check during working hours. Annual leave increasing in line with length of service. Lavish Long service awards Generously funded social events organised for all employees throughout the year via our Social and Wellbeing committee. Electric vehicle charging ports Full access to car emergency kit. Annual Christmas raffle Yearly allowance for AH Branded clothing merchandise Secure, free onsite parking. Dedicated departmental budget allocated annually for team building events during working hours Free Barista Style Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Tea, and Fruit provided daily. Friendly and supportive working environment in state-of-the-art facilities.

About Alternative Heat

With over 20 years of experience within the Commercial Offsite Fabrication industry, Alternative Heat have established themselves as a market leader in this sector.

Located centrally between Dublin and Belfast our 8.5 acre Head Office and fabrication facilities, which are fully equipped with overhead cranes and 8,000m of workshop floor area, provide an ideal factory construction environment which is reflected in the high quality solutions we offer.



We employ a strong team of design engineers, CAD technicians, contracts managers and skilled trades personnel who utilise their vast industry experience to assist in the design, fabrication and delivery of our bespoke MEP solutions, which we supply throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe.