Corlann (formerly Brothers of Charity Services) is seeking a Health and Safety Officer Roscommon to join its Roscommon Services team on a permanent wholetime basis. This Grade VI position plays a vital role in promoting a safe, compliant, and proactive safety culture across services within the HSE West and North West region.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional to contribute to high-quality, person-centred services within a publicly funded organisation.
Job Overview
The Health and Safety Officer will support and advise management and staff in all aspects of occupational health, safety, and risk management. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies while fostering a culture of continuous improvement in safety practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice and guidance on health and safety legislation, policies, and best practice.
- Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety management systems.
- Conduct risk assessments, audits, and workplace inspections across services.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports and recommendations.
- Support managers in implementing corrective and preventative actions.
- Deliver health and safety training and awareness programmes to staff.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and external agencies as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant third-level qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in a health and safety role, preferably within healthcare or social care.
- Strong knowledge of Irish health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
- Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Full clean driving licence and access to transport (as travel within the county may be required).
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
This role is aligned to Grade VI (0574) under public sector pay policy and is subject to the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales (1 August 2025) .
- Permanent Wholetime contract
- Salary in line with Grade VI public sector scale
- Public sector pension scheme
- Annual leave entitlement in line with public service norms
- Access to training and professional development opportunities
Location & Employer Information
The position is based in the county Roscommon area within the HSE West and North West region.
Corlann (formerly Brothers of Charity Services) delivers community-based supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities and other support needs. As a publicly funded Section 38 organisation, Corlann operates in line with public sector governance and pay policies.
Application Details
This is an external competition open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Reference: 94199
Category: Management / Admin / ICT
Grade: Grade VI (0574)
Advertisement Source: Section 38
Proposed Interview Date: 31 March 2026
For informal enquiries, contact:
Sandra Jennings, Health and Safety Manager
Phone: 087-1469148
Applicants should ensure their application is submitted before the deadline below.
Last Day to Apply: 17 March 2026, 5:00 PM
