Health & Safety Manager
Health & Safety Manager
Permanent
Road Freight
+353 (91) 428117
Your Benefits
Road Freight
+353 (91) 428117
Job Description
What you can expect
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.
What you bring
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.
Business Unit
Road Freight
Logistics needs intelligent management so that goods are in the right place at the right time -our transport solutions guarantee exactly that. Rhenus Road Freight's product portfolio ranges from groupage freight, partial and full loads to hazardous goods, and special transports. Together with accompanying services such as insurance or customs, this results in individual and industry-specific full-service packages. We are pragmatic and uncomplicated. At the same time, our permanent course for growth opens up long-term perspectives for all our employees, whether they are specialists or career changers.
Welcome to Rhenus
Where our journey of growth connects with yours.
We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.