Health & Safety Officer
Important Information
Location: Warrenpoint, Unit 2 Milltown Industrial Estate, Upper Dromore Rd, Warrenpoint, Newry, Northern Ireland, BT34 3PN
Closing Date: 24th October 2026
Industry: land / Property and Construction
Job Type: Full time
Due to expansion CTS has a new role for a health and safety officer. This is a varied and developing role supporting the Health and Safety Manager across CTS Projects. The position requires a proactive individual who can work on their own initiative, while also collaborating with operational teams in a fast-paced construction environment.
The role will involve travel across Northern Ireland and occasionally Southern Ireland. You will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, 9am – 5pm; however this may vary.
About this role
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supporting the Health and Safety Manager in the implementation and continuous improvement of health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) systems.
Liaison with the Health and Safety Manager assisting with the generation and maintenance of quality documentation.
Supporting the reporting, investigation and documentation of incidents, near misses and non-conformances.
Overseeing health and safety training compliance and coordination across the organisation.
Undertaking site inspections, audits and supporting the completion and review of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
Supporting internal auditing processes and ISO management systems ).
Assisting with compliance monitoring and ensuring standards are maintained across projects.
Coordinating health and safety training and competency requirements across the business.
Working closely with operational teams to promote safe systems of work and positive safety culture.
Supporting the development and delivery of health and safety initiatives and campaigns across the business.
Undertake any other duty deemed necessary by Management, to ensure the efficient running of the business.
Health & Safety
Comply with all company health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
Promote and support safe working practices across all sites.
Identify and report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
Support the implementation and adherence to risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Ensure all relevant risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are understood, signed and followed.
Follow safe manual handling practices in line with company procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications and Experience:
NEBOSH general certificate or equivalent Health and Safety qualification.
A minimum of 2 years experience in the Engineering, Construction Industry or similar environment in a Health & Safety role.
Working knowledge of Quality Assurance within the construction industry.
Understanding of safe systems of work within construction environments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams).
Strong Knowledge of Legislation in relation to Health & Safety.
Working experience of auditing / operating ISO accreditation system.
Full UK driving licence (essential).
Attributes/Skills
The successful candidate will:
Be proactive and willing to learn and develop.
Have good organisational and communication skills.
Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrate attention to detail.
Have a positive and practical approach to problem solving.
Be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
In addition:
As the majority of the work will be conducted in Public Sector or Housing Associations properties, we will require a recent Enhanced Access NI certificate CTS will perform a Access NI check as part of the on-boarding process.
Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from employment. We operate a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is available on request and forms part of our employee handbook provided at the point of secure employment.
We have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information, which is available on request and is also included in our employee handbook.
The role may also require the successful candidate to undertake work specific training on the job or externally.
CTS is an equal opportunities employer.
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