Junior EHS Officer.

Are you looking to start or grow your career in health and safety with one of Ireland's leading electrical contractors?

H&F Electrical Contractors Ltd is seeking a Junior EHS Officer to join our growing team, supporting our projects in Limerick / Cork and across Ireland. As part of one of Ireland's foremost electrical contractors, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver high-profile Healthcare, Commercial, Industrial, Government and Technology projects safely and to the highest standards, working alongside experienced EHS professionals, site managers and engineers.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a career in construction health, safety and environmental management in a collaborative and supportive environment. At H&F, we are committed to developing our people through hands-on experience, structured training, and clear opportunities for long-term career progression — including support towards recognised health and safety qualifications.

The Role

As a Junior EHS Officer, you will support the EHS team in promoting and maintaining high standards of environmental, health and safety performance across our sites and offices, helping to ensure that all works are carried out safely and in compliance with legislation.

Your responsibilities will include

• Assisting with site safety inspections and audits, and tracking corrective actions through to close-out.
• Supporting the preparation, review and communication of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Maintaining accurate EHS records, including training records, inspection reports, permits and statutory registers.
• Helping to deliver site inductions and toolbox talks, and promoting safe systems of work.
• Supporting the investigation and reporting of accidents, incidents and near-misses.
• Monitoring compliance with health and safety legislation and H&F Electrical's Safety Statement.
• Supporting environmental management on site, including waste segregation, spill prevention and sustainable working practices.
• Helping to monitor sub-contractor EHS compliance, including reviewing safety documentation and certification.

About You

We're looking for someone who has

• A qualification (or is working towards one) in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in building a career in construction health, safety and environmental management.
• An awareness of relevant health and safety legislation, ideally the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Construction Regulations.
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, with the confidence to engage with site and management teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• A full clean driving licence (Safe Pass certification an advantage, or a willingness to obtain).

Why Join H&F Electrical?

• Learn from experienced EHS and site professionals on landmark projects across Ireland.
• Structured training and professional development, including support towards recognised health and safety qualifications.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Join a company with an outstanding reputation for quality, safety and technical excellence.

About H&F Electrical

Established in 1989, H&F Electrical Contractors Ltd has grown to become one of Ireland's leading electrical contractors, delivering projects across the Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Commercial, Industrial, Government, Technology and Data Centre sectors.

With over 35 years of experience, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects safely, on time and to the highest industry standards. We are committed to investing in our people, embracing innovation and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and customer service.

If you're ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in health and safety with a company where your development is valued, we'd love to hear from you.