Health, Safety and Environmental Officer

Application Deadline: 16 July 2025

Department: HSE

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Alternative Heat Head Office

Reporting To: 25AH224

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 in