Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a

Health & Safety Officer

to join our team in Armagh!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Health & Safety Officer who will provide practical, hand-on health and safety support across housing, care and supported living ensuring safe environments, legal compliance, and effective risk management in both NI and ROI.

Key Responsibilities:

Implement and monitor health and safety policies, procedures, and safe systems of work Carry out regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
Support managers to identify, manage, and reduce risks associated with their work environments, including:
+ Violence and aggression + Lone working
+ Medication environments
+ Fire safety and emergency planning

Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses and ensure appropriate reporting to HSENI (NI) and HSA (ROI) Track actions arising from incidents, audits, and inspections and support services to complete them Co-ordinate health and safety training (fire safety, manual handling, lone working, violence and aggression) oversea all staff training records working with managers to ensure there are no gaps Support fire risk assessments, evacuation planning, and emergency drills Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation Provide practical advice and guidance to frontline staff and managers Support regulatory inspections and implement improvement actions

What We're Looking For:

Health & Safety Qualification (NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent) Knowledge of health and safety legislation in NI and ROI Experience in one or all or all of the following housing, healthcare, or mental health services Strong risk assessment and incident investigation skills Good organisational Skills

Desirable Requirements:

Experience in complex mental health housing or care settings Fire safety or manual handling qualification IOSH membership

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:30

Location:

Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland (Based in Armagh)


Tarasis Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer.


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